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L8 MTB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

59,612 mi
Last recorded59,612 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 MTB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 59,612 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 57,359 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 54,365 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 51,206 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 48,282 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 45,919 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 44,202 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 40,742 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 37,599 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 34,797 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 30,818 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 30,818 miles

Offside Side repeater not working mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 27,576 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 27,576 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 24,624 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 21,947 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 18,928 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Nov 2011 18,928 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 16,178 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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L8 MTB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 L8 MTB, 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

How do I check the history of L8 MTB?

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What year was L8 MTB registered?

L8 MTB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 November 2007.

Is L8 MTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8 MTB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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