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FH57 RPX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

125,219 mi
Last recorded125,219 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 RPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 125,219 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2018 125,209 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 115,347 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)

Fail 16 Oct 2017 115,347 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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 104,446 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing unevenly inner edge

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 17 Oct 2016 104,440 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing unevenly inner edge

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 92,553 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear tyre slightly mishapen on inner edge

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 13 Oct 2015 92,553 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear tyre slightly mishapen on inner edge

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 82,271 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 73,277 miles

Spare tyre defective

nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 5 Oct 2013 73,277 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Spare tyre defective

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 11 Sep 2012 62,211 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Sep 2012 62,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 10 Oct 2011 52,230 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 37,815 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 37,815 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 RPX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 FH57 RPX, 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 RPX registered?

FH57 RPX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 November 2007.

Is FH57 RPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH57 RPX shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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