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FH56 XNU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

111,683 mi
Last recorded111,683 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH56 XNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 111,683 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 108,214 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 108,214 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 106,478 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 103,261 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 103,261 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2021 99,641 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 95,939 miles

Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2019 90,551 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 84,276 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 78,048 miles

Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 73,387 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 24 Nov 2016 73,387 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 69,395 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 65,315 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 62,300 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 17 Jan 2013 53,079 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 53,079 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 41,448 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 28,288 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 16,709 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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FH56 XNU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FH56 XNU, 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 FH56 XNU registered?

FH56 XNU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is FH56 XNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH56 XNU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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