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FV57 EEU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

71,482 mi
Last recorded71,482 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 EEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 71,482 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 71,026 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 70,299 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 70,299 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 69,799 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 69,552 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Bump Stop Split , Cover Adrift (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Bump Stop Split , Cover Adrift (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 69,372 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded on inside surface

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear bump stops slightly perishing

Pass 29 Jul 2020 68,556 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 66,344 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Washer fluid pipe is split causing a leak, however is still putting sufficient fluid to the window.

Pass 10 Dec 2018 58,979 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 52,207 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 46,933 miles

Rear exhaust poor condition

Fail 12 Dec 2016 46,933 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Lower arm rear bush in sub frame (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust poor condition

Pass 10 Dec 2015 43,454 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 39,967 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2013 35,110 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 28,792 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 24,166 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 16,789 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 EEU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black 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 FV57 EEU, 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 EEU registered?

FV57 EEU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 December 2007.

Is FV57 EEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV57 EEU 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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