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FM07 AVX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

101,248 mi
Last recorded101,248 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM07 AVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2022 101,248 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 92,469 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ready now (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Mar 2021 92,469 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ready now (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 85,778 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 85,778 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 78,331 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 71,262 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 64,784 miles

Nearside plastic body under tray badly damaged by poor jacking (fresh)

Fail 5 Apr 2017 64,784 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside plastic body under tray badly damaged by poor jacking (fresh)

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 15 Apr 2016 57,290 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 48,233 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 42,172 miles

eng light is on

Pass 12 Apr 2013 37,616 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 53,918 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 33,103 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 27,673 miles

n/s/r aux sidelight n/w

Pass 30 Apr 2010 23,851 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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FM07 AVX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FM07 AVX, 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 FM07 AVX registered?

FM07 AVX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 July 2007.

Is FM07 AVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM07 AVX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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