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LA56 VYY

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

43,217 mi
Last recorded43,217 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 VYY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 43,217 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 43,160 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 40,259 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured Damaged (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 40,021 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured damaged (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 39,054 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 37,586 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 36,727 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 36,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 35,540 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 33,742 miles

both front tyres wearing very low on inner edge

Pass 12 Jan 2015 31,605 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)

n/s/rear tyre perished side wall

Fail 24 Jan 2014 29,324 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 29,324 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 27,099 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 27,099 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 22,045 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 22,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 16,108 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 11,015 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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LA56 VYY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc 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 LA56 VYY, 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 LA56 VYY registered?

LA56 VYY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is LA56 VYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA56 VYY 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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