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FV07 TCY

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

51,665 mi
Last recorded51,665 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV07 TCY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 51,665 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 46,805 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 May 2024 42,960 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 37,595 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 May 2022 35,806 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 May 2021 35,564 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 35,325 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2020 35,325 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2019 34,983 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 34,790 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 34,526 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 33,967 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 33,285 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2014 32,113 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 29,158 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 26,085 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2012 26,085 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 22,283 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 16,947 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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FV07 TCY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FV07 TCY, 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 FV07 TCY registered?

FV07 TCY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 May 2007.

Is FV07 TCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV07 TCY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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