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AV57 FNA

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,412 mi
Last recorded49,412 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV57 FNA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 49,412 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED, (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2025 49,412 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak BOX (8.2.1.1 (b))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED, (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 47,931 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 45,205 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 45,205 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 42,914 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 40,169 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 38,731 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 36,205 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear tyres perished outer side walls

Pass 5 Sep 2018 34,591 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 32,173 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 30,426 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 28,511 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 26,439 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 26,439 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 24,461 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 20,024 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 14,803 miles

wipers smeary

Pass 27 Aug 2010 12,041 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 12,019 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Both front inner drive shaft gators weeping grease.

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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AV57 FNA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AV57 FNA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV57 FNA registered?

AV57 FNA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is AV57 FNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV57 FNA shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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