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FV57 JOH

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,324 mi
Last recorded64,324 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 JOH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2019 64,324 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2019 64,324 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 56,399 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2017 48,588 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 43,752 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 37,866 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 32,387 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 27,578 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2013 27,578 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 21,975 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 9,001 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 JOH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FV57 JOH, 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 FV57 JOH registered?

FV57 JOH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 December 2007.

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The MOT history for FV57 JOH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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