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HV07 LZA

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

166,040 mi
Last recorded166,040 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV07 LZA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2023 166,040 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2023 166,025 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 146,812 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 130,266 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 126,266 miles

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

Offside Rear light water ingress

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside repeater damage

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

engine covers/undertrays fitted, not allowing full inspection

Fail 17 Nov 2020 126,266 miles

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

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

Offside Rear light water ingress

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside repeater damage

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

engine covers/undertrays fitted, not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Dec 2019 124,071 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 114,527 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 106,100 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 98,853 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 89,993 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 89,993 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 81,646 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 79,378 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 66,990 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

damage to near side front fog light

Pass 9 Nov 2012 54,792 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 42,771 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 42,769 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 27,106 miles

various small chips in windscreen

Fail 23 Mar 2010 24,711 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

there are some very small chips in the windscreen

Pass 23 Mar 2010 24,711 miles

there are some very small chips in the windscreen

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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HV07 LZA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc diesel 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 HV07 LZA, 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 HV07 LZA registered?

HV07 LZA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 March 2007.

Is HV07 LZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV07 LZA 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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