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FV56 NYB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

149,853 mi
Last recorded149,853 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 NYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 149,853 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 149,853 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 148,634 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2022 141,324 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2022 141,324 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 134,573 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 22 Jan 2020 118,852 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 102,833 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 96,835 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 89,595 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 89,508 miles

Front Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 81,302 miles

engine management light on

Pass 9 Jan 2015 67,356 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 48,091 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 36,294 miles

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

all 4 tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 26 Jan 2012 28,253 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 24,361 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 24,361 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 19,160 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front tyres wearing on inside edge

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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FV56 NYB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FV56 NYB, 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 FV56 NYB registered?

FV56 NYB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 January 2007.

Is FV56 NYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 NYB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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