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GU57 FDV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

82,757 mi
Last recorded82,757 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 FDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 82,757 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 80,575 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2025 80,570 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 78,811 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 78,811 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 77,036 miles

exhaust rusted, axle rear rusted

Pass 4 Mar 2022 73,702 miles

Reversing lamp not working. (pre 1st sep 09)

Fail 4 Mar 2022 73,702 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Dim light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Reversing lamp not working. (pre 1st sep 09)

Pass 29 Mar 2021 70,903 miles

Offside Front mirror indicator lens damaged

Rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2020 66,197 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror slightly loose

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 61,512 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 61,512 miles

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 56,238 miles

both front brake disc corroded

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Nov 2016 49,421 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 44,529 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 39,239 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 38,292 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 34,680 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 34,679 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 25,053 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 14,242 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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GU57 FDV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol 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 GU57 FDV, 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 GU57 FDV registered?

GU57 FDV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 September 2007.

Is GU57 FDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU57 FDV 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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