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BL57 FVT

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,574 mi
Last recorded73,574 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 FVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2019 73,574 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner steering rack tie rod ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 69,094 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 69,094 miles

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 68,482 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 52,449 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 34,703 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 24,871 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 12,546 miles

ALLOYS MARKED,COOLANT BOTTLE INSCURE,UNDERTRAY DAMAGED,BUMPER IMCOPLETE

Fail 30 Jun 2011 12,546 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

ALLOYS MARKED,COOLANT BOTTLE INSCURE,UNDERTRAY DAMAGED,BUMPER IMCOPLETE

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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BL57 FVT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BL57 FVT, 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 BL57 FVT registered?

BL57 FVT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 December 2007.

Is BL57 FVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL57 FVT shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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