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FV57 WBM

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

34,854 mi
Last recorded34,854 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 WBM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 34,854 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2026 34,854 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 34,305 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 33,414 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 32,625 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 32,625 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 31,771 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 31,771 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 31,305 miles

Washer pipe under bonnet leaking

Fail 21 Jan 2021 31,305 miles

Central Exhaust silencer insecure Sleeve clamp broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Washer pipe under bonnet leaking

Pass 15 Jul 2019 29,743 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 27,602 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 25,322 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 23,024 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 20,707 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 18,123 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 15,368 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 15,368 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)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 12,371 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 9,679 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 8,679 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 WBM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WBM, 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 WBM registered?

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

Is FV57 WBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV57 WBM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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