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L40 HBB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

20,292 mi
Last recorded20,292 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL40 HBB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 20,292 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 19,751 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 19,479 miles

negative terminal loose

Pass 28 Oct 2021 19,217 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 19,217 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 18,948 miles

Both rear shock absorbers corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2019 18,737 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 18,395 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 18,179 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Nov 2017 18,179 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 17,853 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 8 Nov 2016 17,853 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 17,563 miles

fuel cap seal deteriorated

obstruction removed from view prior to inspection carried out

Pass 9 Dec 2014 16,846 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shockers are slightly corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2013 15,251 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 12,654 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 10,104 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 7,491 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 13 Dec 2010 7,491 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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L40 HBB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 L40 HBB, 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 L40 HBB registered?

L40 HBB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 December 2007.

Is L40 HBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L40 HBB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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