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FY57 HFN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

161,188 mi
Last recorded161,188 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 HFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 161,188 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 153,451 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 145,288 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 137,836 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 132,446 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both rear brakes (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 132,445 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both rear brakes (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 125,777 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and neaside ()

oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2019 120,593 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2019 120,593 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 117,211 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 113,362 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 107,627 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 101,463 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 101,463 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 94,527 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 94,527 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 88,380 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 78,569 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 29 Aug 2012 78,369 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 65,078 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

off side rear brake slow to come off

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 20 Aug 2010 47,548 miles

rear brake discs carroded around inner and outer edges

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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FY57 HFN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,900cc diesel 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 FY57 HFN, 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 FY57 HFN registered?

FY57 HFN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is FY57 HFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 HFN 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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