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FL57 OCZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,355 mi
Last recorded105,355 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL57 OCZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 105,355 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2026 105,355 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 102,124 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 93,457 miles

n/s/f outer c/v gaiter has slight weep of grease

Pass 31 Mar 2018 82,943 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 82,857 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front at flexi joint (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

security of headlamp switch

Pass 2 Mar 2017 71,754 miles

front coil springs showing corrosion

slight lip and corrosion to front brake discs

Pass 14 Mar 2016 65,662 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 57,406 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2014 48,796 miles

both front tyres close to tread wear bars and slightly worn on edges

exhuast system corroded

slight oil leaks

smear on all wiper blades

Fail 18 Mar 2014 48,796 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres close to tread wear bars and slightly worn on edges

exhuast system corroded

rear washers inoperative

slight oil leaks

smear on all wiper blades

Pass 19 Mar 2013 40,574 miles

exhaust flexy section covering coming loose.

Pass 22 Mar 2012 33,333 miles

Exhaust system showing signs of corrosion.

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Mar 2012 33,325 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Exhaust system showing signs of corrosion.

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Apr 2011 23,639 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 19,872 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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FL57 OCZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FL57 OCZ, 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 FL57 OCZ registered?

FL57 OCZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 September 2007.

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