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FG57 EVB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

117,910 mi
Last recorded117,910 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 EVB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 117,910 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 117,910 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 114,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under tray fitted obscuring underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2021 110,844 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

nearside handbrake low effort

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 15 Sep 2021 110,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

nearside handbrake low effort

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 8 Sep 2020 108,672 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 106,091 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 102,146 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 102,146 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + devoid of tread on inner edge,close to cords being exposed (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 97,906 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edge

underside covers fitted

Fail 7 Sep 2017 97,906 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front tyres wearing on inner edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

underside covers fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2016 91,766 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 86,260 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 79,557 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

floor covers fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2013 68,567 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 56,230 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 42,578 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 31,950 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 31,950 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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FG57 EVB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 FG57 EVB, 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 FG57 EVB registered?

FG57 EVB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 September 2007.

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The MOT history for FG57 EVB shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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