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FM07 ETF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,098 mi
Last recorded45,098 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM07 ETF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 45,098 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 39,784 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 39,784 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 27 Dec 2023 32,602 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 28,379 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 24,800 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 22,550 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 21,570 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 21,048 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2018 21,048 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 20,509 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 20,081 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 18,582 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 16,608 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 16,608 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 14,577 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,629 miles

front wipers starting to smear

rear wiper smearing & juddering

Pass 30 Jun 2011 10,740 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 8,798 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 ETF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FM07 ETF, 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 ETF registered?

FM07 ETF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 July 2007.

Is FM07 ETF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM07 ETF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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