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FY57 HLM

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,928 mi
Last recorded87,928 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 HLM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 87,928 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 82,494 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

engine light on

Pass 2 Oct 2014 66,031 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

did not lock on rear hand brake

Pass 7 Oct 2013 55,131 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 53,592 miles

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

park brake lever travel quite high

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 28 Aug 2012 45,078 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 45,078 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 31,343 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 19,478 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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FY57 HLM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HLM, 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 FY57 HLM registered?

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

Is FY57 HLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 HLM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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