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FH57 XFE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

72,170 mi
Last recorded72,170 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 XFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 72,170 miles

All suspension is corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Also corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 72,170 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All suspension is corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Also corroded (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 22 Nov 2024 63,135 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 61,368 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 60,175 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 59,090 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 59,090 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 56,536 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 55,205 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 55,205 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 52,155 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 47,286 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 47,286 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 43,561 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both front suspension arms rear bushes slightly split (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 38,868 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 34,885 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2013 32,037 miles

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

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

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2012 28,659 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 28,659 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 23,821 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 16,418 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 XFE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 XFE, 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 XFE registered?

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

Is FH57 XFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH57 XFE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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