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FE57 YXK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

147,963 mi
Last recorded147,963 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE57 YXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 147,963 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering box leaking oil rack (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 147,963 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering box leaking oil rack (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 146,322 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 146,322 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2020 133,164 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 118,693 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 118,693 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 107,525 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 107,525 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 96,664 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 85,410 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 73,629 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 68,418 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 63,572 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 58,312 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 53,647 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 47,017 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 47,017 miles

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

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 YXK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 YXK, 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 YXK registered?

FE57 YXK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 September 2007.

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