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FT56 CVL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

189,875 mi
Last recorded189,875 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT56 CVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 189,875 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 181,485 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 171,560 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 164,300 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 156,342 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 138,718 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Fail 26 Jan 2017 138,717 miles

Fuel system component leaking At pump area (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 Jan 2016 130,450 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Jan 2016 130,489 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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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FT56 CVL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FT56 CVL, 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 FT56 CVL registered?

FT56 CVL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 February 2007.

Is FT56 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT56 CVL shows 9 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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