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FV56 SXN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,217 mi
Last recorded100,217 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2016
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 SXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2016 100,217 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 94,122 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 29 Apr 2015 94,122 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2014 86,804 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

park brake lever travel high

Fail 17 Apr 2014 86,804 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

park brake lever travel high

Pass 17 Nov 2012 78,817 miles

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

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

both front lower suspension arm rear bushes splitting

offside front tyre inner sidewall splitting

Pass 11 Nov 2011 70,882 miles

drivers wiper smearing / rear tyres deteriorating /

Pass 29 Nov 2010 58,779 miles

front number plate cracked

front wipers slightly smearing

osr tyre cracking

small chips in front screen

Pass 11 Dec 2009 45,906 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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FV56 SXN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red 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 FV56 SXN, 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 SXN registered?

FV56 SXN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 January 2007.

Is FV56 SXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 SXN 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.

Does FV56 SXN have outstanding finance?

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