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DS57 FZW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,182 mi
Last recorded65,182 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS57 FZW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 65,182 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear exhaust section corroded

Fail 4 Oct 2018 65,182 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear exhaust section corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2017 64,097 miles

Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened damaged (3.5.1n)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 62,053 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 62,053 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 59,362 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 55,885 miles

ENGINE UNDERTRAY LOOSE

NSF, OSF, AND NSR TYRES APPROX 2MM

OSR BRAKE SLIGHT BIND

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

REAR EXHAUST BOX SLIGHTLY SCABBY

TAILGATE WONT OPEN?

Fail 25 Oct 2013 53,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 53,157 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 50,139 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 46,462 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 39,786 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 FZW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc diesel 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 DS57 FZW, 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 FZW registered?

DS57 FZW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 16 November 2007.

Is DS57 FZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS57 FZW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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