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FY07 TFU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,603 mi
Last recorded64,603 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY07 TFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 64,603 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2025 64,552 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pad wear light on

Rear wiper defective

Pass 31 Oct 2024 59,227 miles

rear exhaust heat shield

Pass 24 Oct 2023 55,449 miles

Rear exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 20 Oct 2022 51,476 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear heat shield loose

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2022 51,476 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear heat shield loose

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 45,279 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 45,279 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 44,779 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear rubber mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear rubber mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2020 44,779 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear rubber mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear rubber mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 42,735 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 39,352 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 37,082 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 34,572 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 32,468 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 28,571 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 20 Feb 2013 24,584 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 20,058 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 16,034 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 11,871 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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FY07 TFU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY07 TFU, 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

How do I check the history of FY07 TFU?

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What year was FY07 TFU registered?

FY07 TFU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is FY07 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY07 TFU shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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