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EA07 LXW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,418 mi
Last recorded55,418 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA07 LXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 55,418 miles

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

front discs heavily worn and pitted

Fail 4 Sep 2017 55,416 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Drag link end deformed and unserviceable rack end (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure front panel loose (1.7.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

front discs heavily worn and pitted

Pass 8 Aug 2017 54,818 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 47,227 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 39,258 miles

front lower arm bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 15 Apr 2014 36,315 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres , deep cuts outer side walls

offside front tyre getting low

Pass 5 Apr 2013 34,078 miles

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Apr 2012 31,652 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres are cracking

Fail 11 Apr 2011 29,659 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 29,659 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 22,912 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 22,912 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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EA07 LXW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 EA07 LXW, 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 EA07 LXW registered?

EA07 LXW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 March 2007.

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