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LB57 FFT

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

81,917 mi
Last recorded81,917 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 FFT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 81,917 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 73,394 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 68,921 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 68,921 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing INNER (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 62,162 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 59,420 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 56,620 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 21 Nov 2020 56,600 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass missing. ()

Pass 23 Nov 2019 52,244 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 45,356 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 41,836 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 37,961 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 33,910 miles

front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 12 Nov 2014 30,285 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 30,284 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)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 27,034 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 23,271 miles

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges!

Pass 22 Nov 2011 18,853 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 14,163 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)

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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LB57 FFT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LB57 FFT, 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 LB57 FFT registered?

LB57 FFT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 November 2007.

Is LB57 FFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB57 FFT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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