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FD57 UKB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

193,416 mi
Last recorded193,416 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD57 UKB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 193,416 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 176,961 miles

hand brake low effort

Pass 28 Sep 2015 163,129 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Sep 2015 163,117 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 141,395 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 117,637 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 97,395 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 76,763 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 57,992 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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FD57 UKB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FD57 UKB, 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 FD57 UKB registered?

FD57 UKB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 October 2007.

Is FD57 UKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD57 UKB shows 9 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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