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FH57 PHA

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,021 mi
Last recorded73,021 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 PHA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 73,021 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 71,521 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2025 71,521 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 69,971 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2024 69,971 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2023 67,762 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 67,762 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 65,490 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 65,208 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 64,484 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 62,612 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 60,610 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 57,256 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 57,243 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 51,318 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 45,990 miles

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

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

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 15 Oct 2013 40,767 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 34,476 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 22,423 miles

Nearside 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)

Offside Rear Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 22,957 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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FH57 PHA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FH57 PHA, 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 FH57 PHA registered?

FH57 PHA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 December 2007.

Is FH57 PHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH57 PHA shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FH57 PHA have outstanding finance?

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