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FV07 SZE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

125,281 mi
Last recorded125,281 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV07 SZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2023 125,281 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 123,091 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

offside parking brake effort low

Fail 18 Nov 2022 123,091 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

offside parking brake effort low

Pass 20 Oct 2021 121,402 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner shoulder

general scaly corrosion to front & rear suspension

Fail 19 Oct 2021 121,401 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner shoulder

general scaly corrosion to front & rear suspension

Pass 21 Oct 2020 117,915 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2019 112,645 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2018 109,062 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 104,948 miles

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

nail in n/s rear tyre

Pass 6 May 2016 99,955 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 94,476 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 84,815 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 16 May 2014 84,815 miles

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 May 2013 74,189 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2013 74,189 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 61,078 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 48,286 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 34,034 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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FV07 SZE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FV07 SZE, 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 FV07 SZE registered?

FV07 SZE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 May 2007.

Is FV07 SZE safe to buy?

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