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L5 ROF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

35,021 mi
Last recorded35,021 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 ROF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 35,021 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 34,094 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing due to age (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing due to age (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded both of them (5.3.1 (b) (i))

temporary fuel cap fitted but is sealing type approved

Pass 27 Mar 2024 33,320 miles

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

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded both of them (5.3.1 (b) (i))

temporary fuel cap fitted but is sealing type approved

Pass 30 Mar 2023 32,069 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 30,055 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb faded (4.4.3 (a))

fuel cap temporary type but seals ok

Pass 29 Mar 2021 28,398 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 27,404 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 25,553 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 23,608 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 21,872 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 21,872 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 20,118 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 20,118 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 18,002 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 17,991 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 16,083 miles

tread cracking on rear tyres

Pass 23 Mar 2013 13,801 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 11,993 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 11,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 9,743 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 7,191 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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L5 ROF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc 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 L5 ROF, 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 L5 ROF registered?

L5 ROF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is L5 ROF safe to buy?

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