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FE57 NXB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,854 mi
Last recorded146,854 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE57 NXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 146,854 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 142,045 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 134,858 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 126,099 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 126,099 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 117,335 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 110,089 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 110,089 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 96,583 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 89,696 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 89,696 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 83,631 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 83,631 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 76,873 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 4 Nov 2016 76,872 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working on wing mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 69,494 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 61,853 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 61,853 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 53,464 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 53,464 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 44,718 miles

Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 37,487 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 29,909 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 29,909 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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FE57 NXB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FE57 NXB, 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 FE57 NXB registered?

FE57 NXB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 2 September 2007.

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The MOT history for FE57 NXB shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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