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FE15 VGV

2015 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

117,905 mi
Last recorded117,905 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Polo43,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE15 VGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 117,905 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2026 117,905 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/45r16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 May 2025 99,617 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape inner edge and has nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 May 2025 99,617 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge worn and close to cords (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape inner edge and has nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2024 82,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle

Fail 1 May 2024 82,626 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle

Pass 6 May 2023 73,336 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 May 2023 73,336 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2022 67,866 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 58,429 miles

Offside Front Day time running lamp not working

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 38,354 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 33,899 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 28,262 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 21,990 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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FE15 VGV is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 43,218 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FE15 VGV, 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 11 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FE15 VGV registered?

FE15 VGV is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 March 2015.

Is FE15 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE15 VGV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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