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FY57 JUF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,501 mi
Last recorded97,501 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 JUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2021 97,501 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 95,946 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 26 Oct 2020 95,944 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 14 Oct 2020 95,939 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating BRAKE DISC DISTORTED ? (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition SILENCER BOX HAS BEEN REMOVED (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm EDGE CLOSE TO SHOWING CORDS ? (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

AIR FILTER INSICURE

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel JOINT (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 91,962 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2019 91,961 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 86,602 miles

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

slight play in both steering rack arms

Fail 4 Oct 2018 86,601 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

slight play in both steering rack arms

Pass 10 Oct 2017 82,155 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 74,468 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

n/s+o/s front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 19 Oct 2015 68,040 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 60,207 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 55,452 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 49,642 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 42,281 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 28,746 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 JUF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JUF, 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 JUF registered?

FY57 JUF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is FY57 JUF safe to buy?

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