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J11 LWV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

33,663 mi
Last recorded33,663 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ11 LWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 33,663 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 28,569 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 23,646 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underneath component's slightly corroded.

Pass 14 Oct 2022 22,906 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slightly pitted on braking faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Heavy surface corrosion on all front and rear suspension/running gear components

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly split and smears (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose door mirror housing slightly come adrift (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 22,897 miles

Extensive surface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower suspension arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 22,897 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure deep cracks in sidewalls and tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure deep cracks in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Extensive surface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 22,878 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front tyre deep cracks but no cords or ply showing

Pass 2 May 2019 22,833 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 22,255 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 20,907 miles

Nearside exterior mirror housing damaged but not insecure

Pass 27 Apr 2016 20,586 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 20,488 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 20,337 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 20,303 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 19,834 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2011 18,277 miles

Both sides front tyres scrubbed on inner and outer edges

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Jun 2010 16,513 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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J11 LWV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 J11 LWV, 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 J11 LWV registered?

J11 LWV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 16 June 2007.

Is J11 LWV safe to buy?

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