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FM57 CUX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

132,809 mi
Last recorded132,809 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 CUX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 132,809 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tires wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2025 132,809 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tires wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 121,790 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 109,925 miles

Both sides shock absorber protection shrouds in poor condition

Secondary bonnet latch siezed

Slight oil leak from sump plug drain

Pass 6 Dec 2022 99,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 92,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Dec 2021 92,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 88,598 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 84,406 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2018 74,440 miles

Bonnet secondary catch seized

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @3mm & bald on inner 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 @3.5mm & bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2018 74,440 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Bonnet secondary catch seized

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @3mm & bald on inner 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 @3.5mm & bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 67,182 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed drivers seatbelt (5.2.2b)

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2016 58,038 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 2 Dec 2016 58,038 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 23 Nov 2015 52,251 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 48,330 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 44,675 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 38,054 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2012 38,054 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 32,656 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 23,524 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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FM57 CUX 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 FM57 CUX, 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 FM57 CUX registered?

FM57 CUX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 December 2007.

Is FM57 CUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 CUX 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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