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FH57 UHY

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

50,943 mi
Last recorded50,943 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 UHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 50,943 miles

both rear brake back plates corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2025 50,348 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 50,348 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 49,105 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 49,102 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 47,314 miles

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

rear silencer corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2022 45,753 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2022 45,753 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 44,195 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 44,015 miles

Exhaust outer skin corroded

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

Pass 31 Oct 2019 42,046 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 42,046 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Worn close to sensor. Discs lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 39,330 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 36,182 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 33,984 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 33,891 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 28,994 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 24,750 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 21,119 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 16,446 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 12,688 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 8,735 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 UHY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 UHY, 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 UHY registered?

FH57 UHY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 December 2007.

Is FH57 UHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH57 UHY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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