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FN57 GZV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

42,209 mi
Last recorded42,209 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN57 GZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2024 42,209 miles

Front flexi slightly damaged

Pass 1 Apr 2023 40,902 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex Pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Mar 2023 40,902 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine Oil Low

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex Pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 35,469 miles

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

Front exhaust flexi section slightly damaged

Fail 19 Mar 2022 35,469 miles

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

Front exhaust flexi section slightly damaged

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 31,535 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 31,534 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 25,406 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 23,579 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 22,526 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 21,017 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 20,388 miles

all four tyres very borderline perished

Pass 28 Mar 2015 19,300 miles

all four tyres close to legal limit

Pass 24 Feb 2014 18,659 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 17,120 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 17,120 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 15,362 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 13,146 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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FN57 GZV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FN57 GZV, 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 FN57 GZV registered?

FN57 GZV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 October 2007.

Is FN57 GZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN57 GZV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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