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LA07 VUP

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

129,222 mi
Last recorded129,222 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA07 VUP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 129,222 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn to 3mm

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside Rear tyre worn to 3mm

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2016 122,477 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2016 122,464 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front tyre worn to 2.8mm

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 May 2015 113,513 miles

Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 105,378 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

auxillary belt cracking

Fail 11 Jun 2014 105,067 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

40% of the upper stop lamp not working

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2013 90,225 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 80,642 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 May 2012 80,642 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2011 71,804 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 58,734 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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LA07 VUP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LA07 VUP, 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 LA07 VUP registered?

LA07 VUP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 August 2007.

Is LA07 VUP safe to buy?

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