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EF56 LWO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

117,152 mi
Last recorded117,152 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 LWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 117,152 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2024 115,055 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 6 Mar 2024 115,055 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2023 113,299 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2022 111,880 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 110,162 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 107,560 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Jul 2019 107,560 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Jul 2018 105,649 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 98,675 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy becoming weak (7.1.2)

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

screen washers leaking but water put on screen

wipers smearing

Fail 4 May 2017 98,675 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy becoming weak (7.1.2)

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

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

screen washers leaking but water put on screen

wipers smearing

Pass 28 Apr 2016 90,561 miles

Both rear tyres wearing inner edges

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

Fail 28 Apr 2016 90,561 miles

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

Both front tyres wearing inner edges (Strong advise)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 80,407 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 May 2014 69,276 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 May 2013 56,560 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 41,322 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 26,215 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 26,215 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 16,454 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 14,573 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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EF56 LWO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc 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 EF56 LWO, 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 EF56 LWO registered?

EF56 LWO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 February 2007.

Is EF56 LWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 LWO 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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