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FN57 LYO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

75,459 mi
Last recorded75,459 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN57 LYO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 75,459 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 75,459 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 14 Jan 2017 72,918 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage next to door (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 54,101 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 41,467 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front exhaust sleeve corroded making exhaust system loose and blow

o/s front tyre wearing on shoulders, tyre also has fine cracks in tread grooves

Pass 30 Aug 2013 35,186 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 29,630 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 3 Aug 2011 25,667 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 19,215 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 19,214 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 LYO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FN57 LYO, 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 LYO registered?

FN57 LYO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is FN57 LYO safe to buy?

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