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HG57 LUB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,878 mi
Last recorded39,878 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG57 LUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 39,878 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 36,619 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2024 36,619 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 34,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Reverse bulb not working

Fail 9 Nov 2023 34,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Reverse bulb not working

Pass 26 Oct 2022 32,308 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 30,625 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 29,138 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 28,389 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 27,564 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 26,736 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 25,316 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 24,278 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 22,897 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 21,473 miles

n/s/f and n/s/r tyres perishing on sidewalls

Pass 29 Oct 2012 19,885 miles

n/s/f and n/s/r tyres perishing on sidewalls

Pass 10 Oct 2011 17,395 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 14,750 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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HG57 LUB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HG57 LUB, 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 HG57 LUB registered?

HG57 LUB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 8 November 2007.

Is HG57 LUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG57 LUB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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