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LA56 ZFP

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

93,560 mi
Last recorded93,560 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 ZFP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 93,560 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 84,355 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Feb 2025 84,355 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 77,754 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 18 Feb 2024 77,713 miles

Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Screenwash leaking when operating but still effective

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 72,101 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 68,438 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 64,706 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 61,509 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 57,738 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 53,893 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 49,663 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 45,186 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 40,739 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 36,197 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 31,872 miles

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

both rear tyres deteriorated

Fail 7 Mar 2013 31,872 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

both rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 28 Mar 2012 29,173 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 25,319 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 18,971 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

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 ZFP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ZFP, 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 LA56 ZFP registered?

LA56 ZFP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 February 2007.

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