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FY57 PHV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,145 mi
Last recorded84,145 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 PHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 84,145 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 82,616 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 77,288 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured Lens cover damage (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Nov 2023 77,282 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Locking mechanism doesn't let the door open (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning Side mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured Lens cover damage (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 69,821 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2022 69,821 miles

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 63,767 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 60,190 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 57,410 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 56,193 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 53,635 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

both rear tyres starting to perish.

Pass 25 Oct 2016 50,219 miles

Offside Front tyre side wall starting to crack .

Fail 25 Oct 2016 50,219 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front tyre side wall starting to crack .

Pass 26 Oct 2015 48,383 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 46,854 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 46,854 miles

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 44,997 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 34,774 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 22,136 miles

Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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 31 Aug 2010 14,793 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 PHV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc 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 FY57 PHV, 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 PHV registered?

FY57 PHV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 September 2007.

Is FY57 PHV safe to buy?

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