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FD57 ATK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

112,855 mi
Last recorded112,855 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD57 ATK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 112,855 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Feb 2026 112,853 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 99,018 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 31 Oct 2024 99,018 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 90,705 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 81,520 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 76,908 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 71,708 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 64,603 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 56,607 miles

Slight wear in Nearside & Offside rear shock absorbers.

Pass 4 Oct 2017 48,330 miles

Engine cover fitted.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear tyres perishing.

Under trays fitted.

Pass 17 Oct 2016 43,862 miles

Engine cover fitted.

Under trays fitted.

Pass 16 Oct 2015 39,370 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 34,863 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 34,863 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 30,572 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 26,297 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 21,692 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 16,290 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FD57 ATK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FD57 ATK, 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 FD57 ATK registered?

FD57 ATK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 November 2007.

Is FD57 ATK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD57 ATK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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