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DS57 FXU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

70,122 mi
Last recorded70,122 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS57 FXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 70,122 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 66,315 miles

Inner wheel arch liners and undertrays fitted obscuring some components/prescribed areas

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush heavily deteriorated/debonding. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush heavily deteriorated/debonding. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 66,315 miles

Inner wheel arch liners and undertrays fitted obscuring some components/prescribed areas

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush heavily deteriorated/debonding. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush heavily deteriorated/debonding. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 61,029 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box corroding and slight blow (7.1.2)

manufactures covers fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2016 56,476 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting bush. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting bush. (2.4.G.2)

under trays and inner wheel arch covers fitted.

Fail 6 Apr 2016 56,476 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting bush. (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting bush. (2.4.G.2)

under trays and inner wheel arch covers fitted.

Pass 17 Apr 2015 52,303 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 47,588 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

inner wheel arch covers fitted

Fail 17 Apr 2014 47,588 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2013 43,044 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

inner wheel arch plastic covers fitted

Pass 19 Apr 2012 39,105 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 34,768 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 28,328 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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DS57 FXU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DS57 FXU, 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 DS57 FXU registered?

DS57 FXU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is DS57 FXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS57 FXU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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