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FP07 ENU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2022
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

98,871 mi
Last recorded98,871 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP07 ENU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2021 98,871 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2021 98,871 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 94,265 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 94,265 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp insecure both (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 90,195 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2019 90,195 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 85,733 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 85,733 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 79,305 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 79,305 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder damaged and function impaired (3.6.A.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 73,984 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 73,984 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 65,275 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

o/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 23 Apr 2014 58,665 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 51,694 miles

corrosion to exhaust

slight corrosion to front brake discs

Pass 12 Apr 2012 45,740 miles

Slight judder from front brakes

Fail 12 Apr 2012 45,740 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Apr 2011 41,411 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 41,411 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 36,465 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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FP07 ENU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FP07 ENU, 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 FP07 ENU registered?

FP07 ENU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 April 2007.

Is FP07 ENU safe to buy?

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