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MF57 VUP

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

140,564 mi
Last recorded140,564 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF57 VUP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 140,564 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2022 140,564 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 122,628 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 110,344 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2020 110,344 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 98,658 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 94,517 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 68,529 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 68,523 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 65,036 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 61,372 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 6 Mar 2015 61,372 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 58,910 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Apr 2014 58,910 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Oct 2013 55,061 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 47,294 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

handbrake travel

offside front tyre inner edge scrubbed

Pass 3 Oct 2011 38,360 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 14 Oct 2010 28,344 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)

front brake discs slightly worn

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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MF57 VUP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MF57 VUP, 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 MF57 VUP registered?

MF57 VUP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 16 October 2007.

Is MF57 VUP safe to buy?

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