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FG57 XFS

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,914 mi
Last recorded59,914 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 XFS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 59,914 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 49,375 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2024 49,375 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pipe to jet damaged (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pipe to jet damaged (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edge , strong advise (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 44,895 miles

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))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 44,895 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (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))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 41,604 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 41,604 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 38,323 miles

Offside Front Inner constant velocity gaiter slight leak (pin holed)

windscreen wiper blades smearing screen

Pass 8 Oct 2020 34,168 miles

windscreen wiper blades smearing screen

Fail 8 Oct 2020 34,168 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively badly worn/pitted (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn inner edge very close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

windscreen wiper blades smearing screen

Pass 19 Mar 2019 26,477 miles

front brake disks corroding

nearside front lower suspension arm bushes deteriorating

offside front lower suspension arm bushes deteriorating

Pass 3 Apr 2018 24,674 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 24,674 miles

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 23,641 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 22,454 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 21,778 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 20,141 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 17,272 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 12,073 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 8,044 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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FG57 XFS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XFS, 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 XFS registered?

FG57 XFS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 October 2007.

Is FG57 XFS safe to buy?

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