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LB57 HGU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

121,309 mi
Last recorded121,309 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 HGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 121,309 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 114,764 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 106,122 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2023 106,122 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 99,567 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 92,121 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 86,351 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 80,835 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 74,326 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 69,655 miles

Nearside Front tyre cut

Pass 30 Nov 2016 67,588 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 62,548 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 57,157 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 53,505 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 47,023 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 41,160 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 32,385 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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LB57 HGU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HGU, 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 LB57 HGU registered?

LB57 HGU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is LB57 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB57 HGU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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