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FH56 FAF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

111,244 mi
Last recorded111,244 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH56 FAF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 111,244 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2024 111,244 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 103,602 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 96,828 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 96,828 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 89,421 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 86,481 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 86,481 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 82,866 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 80,221 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

rear tyres perished

Fail 19 Jun 2018 80,221 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

rear tyres perished

Pass 26 Jun 2017 79,046 miles

NSR lamp lens held on with tape

windscreen washers weak

Pass 31 May 2016 77,002 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 77,002 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

F wipers smearing

Pass 9 Jun 2015 74,277 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 74,277 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

back box heat shield insecure

Pass 13 May 2014 68,764 miles

o/s front tyre becoming bold on inner edge,

Pass 5 Apr 2013 61,800 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 61,793 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2012 55,685 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 49,429 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 49,341 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 40,174 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 37,814 miles

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

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

advise both rear bump stops worn

advise n/s/r seat belt slow to retract

Fail 4 Dec 2009 37,814 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

advise both rear bump stops worn

advise n/s/r seat belt slow to retract

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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FH56 FAF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 FH56 FAF, 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.

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What year was FH56 FAF registered?

FH56 FAF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 February 2007.

Is FH56 FAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH56 FAF shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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