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LB07 VGM

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

148,949 mi
Last recorded148,949 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB07 VGM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 148,949 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside wing indicator working but light source reduced

Pass 8 Jun 2022 137,660 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 126,421 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded ALL front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both ns and os: inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front both ns and os: Brake back plates corroded / deteriorated but secure at time of inspection

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively 30-40KgF (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated joint not exposed at time of inspection (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both ns and os shock absorber bodies corroding (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive beam unit: both spring platforms (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear shock absorber dust boot / bump stop deteriorated / split / insecure / missing

light corrosion to some underbody components / panels

undercarriage trays / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some areas and or items

Pass 12 Jun 2020 121,777 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2020 121,597 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 116,823 miles

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 109,449 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 91,205 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brakes uneven

Pass 17 Jun 2016 68,699 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 52,424 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 48,584 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight lip on front brake discs

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 May 2013 33,050 miles

Front brake pads low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2012 25,314 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 19,730 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 14,569 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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LB07 VGM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LB07 VGM, 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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LB07 VGM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 June 2007.

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