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FP57 XOU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1380cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

38,960 mi
Last recorded38,960 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP57 XOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 38,960 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2025 35,425 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 35,337 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

corrosion to centre and rear exhaust

Fail 7 Dec 2022 35,337 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Coolant leak ()

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

corrosion to centre and rear exhaust

Pass 11 Nov 2021 32,739 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 29,887 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 24,263 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 24,263 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative Cabin adjuster not working on the nearside (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 22,600 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear brakes noise on operation

Fail 23 Nov 2018 22,591 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear brakes noise on operation

Pass 27 Nov 2017 20,285 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 20,285 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 17,050 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 14,308 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 10,630 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 10,255 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 7,575 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 6,771 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Sep 2011 5,710 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 5,710 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 4,312 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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FP57 XOU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,380cc 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 FP57 XOU, 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 FP57 XOU registered?

FP57 XOU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 October 2007.

Is FP57 XOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP57 XOU 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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