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MK57 YSM

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,974 mi
Last recorded72,974 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK57 YSM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 72,974 miles

Nearside Front slight play in steering/suspension

Offside Front c.v boot weeping

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2019 72,924 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front slight play in steering/suspension

Offside Front c.v boot weeping

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 70,632 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 68,267 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Jun 2017 68,264 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly air bag light on permanently showing indication of fault with air bag (1.4.B.1e)

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2016 62,434 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 56,232 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Jun 2015 56,232 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 48,869 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 40,824 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 35,507 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 24,959 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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MK57 YSM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 62,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK57 YSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MK57 YSM registered?

MK57 YSM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is MK57 YSM safe to buy?

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