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G13 LYV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

77,533 mi
Last recorded77,533 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG13 LYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 77,533 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2026 77,533 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 70,265 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 65,730 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 65,730 miles

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

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi leaking (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2023 63,148 miles

Nearside Front Lower link dust cover perishing

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Jun 2022 60,314 miles

all four tyres cracking

Fail 27 Jun 2022 60,313 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all four tyres cracking

Pass 5 Jul 2021 57,759 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central exhaust clamp and joint sleeve broken

Nearside Front tyre starting to crack

Pass 13 Jul 2020 52,655 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 52,655 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 50,022 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 46,203 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 46,203 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 42,381 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 42,381 miles

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 38,328 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 33,958 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 29,789 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 25,601 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

auxillary belt cracking

exhaust flexi pipe slight deteriorating

Pass 29 May 2013 25,601 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

auxillary belt cracking

exhaust flexi pipe slight deteriorating

Pass 6 Jun 2012 21,745 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 May 2011 17,643 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 13,412 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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G13 LYV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 G13 LYV, 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 G13 LYV registered?

G13 LYV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 June 2007.

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