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FT07 FCD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

114,959 mi
Last recorded114,959 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT07 FCD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 114,959 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 114,959 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 109,918 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 10 Jun 2016 104,067 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 99,443 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 95,971 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre has damage on inner tyre wall

Fail 1 Jul 2013 92,283 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 92,283 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 84,527 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 84,527 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 67,419 miles

Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 48,922 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2010 48,265 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside 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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FT07 FCD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 FT07 FCD, 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.

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What year was FT07 FCD registered?

FT07 FCD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 July 2007.

Is FT07 FCD safe to buy?

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