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HJ57 LLT

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

77,652 mi
Last recorded77,652 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ57 LLT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 77,652 miles

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

Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

long handbrake travel

underside corroded

washers poor

Fail 11 Jun 2026 77,652 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

long handbrake travel

underside corroded

washers poor

Pass 13 Jun 2025 67,424 miles

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

Front suspension corroded

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear axle and suspension corroded

Fail 13 Jun 2025 67,424 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system corroded

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

Front suspension corroded

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear axle and suspension corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2024 66,741 miles

Exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 18 Aug 2023 64,928 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 64,928 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 61,798 miles

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

Offside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 58,355 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 54,901 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2020 54,901 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 53,170 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 51,307 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 49,675 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 47,236 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 45,186 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 39,643 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 32,832 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 27,125 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 21,946 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 16,875 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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HJ57 LLT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HJ57 LLT, 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 HJ57 LLT registered?

HJ57 LLT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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