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FV57 CFL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,949 mi
Last recorded40,949 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 CFL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 40,949 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 37,907 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 34,327 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 30,573 miles

Nearside Front tyre is wearing on the inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre is perishing

Offside Front tyre is wearing on the inner edge

Pass 23 Nov 2021 26,884 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 24,112 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 23,686 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 22,496 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 21,283 miles

Offside Rear tyre is cracking

Fail 30 Oct 2017 21,283 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60r14 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear tyre is cracking

Pass 23 Nov 2016 20,654 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 19,936 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 18,984 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 18,618 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 17,973 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 17,475 miles

n/s front tyre outer wall slightly damaged

Pass 13 Oct 2010 16,196 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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FV57 CFL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FV57 CFL, 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 FV57 CFL registered?

FV57 CFL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 8 November 2007.

Is FV57 CFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV57 CFL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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