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FM07 SWK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,505 mi
Last recorded80,505 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM07 SWK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 80,505 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2025 80,505 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 80,068 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 80,068 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 79,453 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2023 79,453 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 77,924 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2022 77,924 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 76,786 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 76,786 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 75,796 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 75,796 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2019 75,084 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 73,646 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 73,646 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust corroded

heat shield insecure

Pass 3 Jun 2017 59,059 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 47,703 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 44,095 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 40,424 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 36,470 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 33,133 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 29,326 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 29,325 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 22,293 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 SWK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,422cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FM07 SWK, 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

How do I check the history of FM07 SWK?

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What year was FM07 SWK registered?

FM07 SWK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 July 2007.

Is FM07 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM07 SWK shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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