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FA07 DLE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

141,207 mi
Last recorded141,207 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA07 DLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 141,207 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 137,587 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust rusty

Pass 11 Aug 2022 132,788 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust rusty

Pass 5 Aug 2021 127,027 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 119,531 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 113,936 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 113,902 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 106,375 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 97,433 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 84,408 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 72,285 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 56,737 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 55,933 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 55,933 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 50,128 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 43,760 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 36,823 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 29,280 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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FA07 DLE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FA07 DLE, 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 FA07 DLE registered?

FA07 DLE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 August 2007.

Is FA07 DLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA07 DLE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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