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FH57 UPF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

83,548 mi
Last recorded83,548 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 UPF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 83,548 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2023 83,548 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2022 82,197 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 79,728 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

to much oil in engine

Fail 27 Apr 2021 79,727 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))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

to much oil in engine

Pass 9 Mar 2020 78,184 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear abs wire loose

Fail 6 Mar 2020 78,180 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear abs wire loose

Pass 19 Feb 2019 76,896 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 76,896 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 75,204 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 72,346 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 72,346 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 67,295 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 59,450 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 52,084 miles

exhaust system corroding

oil on engine and gearbox

chips in screen

slight corrosion to front brake discs

under trays fitted

wishbone rear bushes cracking

Fail 25 Jan 2014 52,077 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

chips in screen

exhaust system corroding

oil on engine and gearbox

slight corrosion to front brake discs

under trays fitted

various marks on body and alloys

wishbone rear bushes cracking

Pass 26 Jan 2013 43,517 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 34,289 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 23,638 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 UPF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 UPF, 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 FH57 UPF registered?

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

Is FH57 UPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH57 UPF shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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