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FV57 KNF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

92,606 mi
Last recorded92,606 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 KNF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 92,606 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 Nov 2025 92,606 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Nov 2024 91,037 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 90,917 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexie (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill complete (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill complete (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 86,017 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under side surface corrosion

Pass 29 Oct 2022 79,747 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Nov 2021 74,157 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2021 74,157 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 68,952 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting close to limit - 2.5 - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge and close to limit - 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 64,308 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 58,754 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 53,681 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Nov 2016 49,103 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Nov 2015 43,268 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 37,533 miles

front exhaust flexi deteriorating

Pass 2 Dec 2013 31,853 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 26,931 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 21,430 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 16,297 miles

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

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

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 KNF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KNF, 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 KNF registered?

FV57 KNF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 November 2007.

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The MOT history for FV57 KNF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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