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LC07 DSE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

133,287 mi
Last recorded133,287 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC07 DSE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 133,287 miles

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

undertrays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 21 Nov 2023 133,287 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

undertrays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 16 Nov 2022 116,230 miles

under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 3 Nov 2021 101,975 miles

n/s/f wheel rim damaged

under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 3 Nov 2021 101,975 miles

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin will require discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

n/s/f wheel rim damaged

under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 24 Oct 2020 89,706 miles

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

handbrake needs adjustment

Pass 22 Nov 2019 84,189 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 83,820 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 83,820 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2018 72,166 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

inner joints hand brake travel

Pass 30 Jan 2017 69,965 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance part of lens (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 30 Jan 2017 69,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance part of lens (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 56,360 miles

N/s/f repeater in mirror broken...

N/s/f spot light cover missing...

Pass 17 Mar 2015 47,110 miles

Both Wingmirrors Damaged

EML

Fail 11 Mar 2015 47,100 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both Wingmirrors Damaged

EML

Pass 1 Apr 2014 39,895 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2013 30,906 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2013 30,906 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 18,003 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 18,003 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 7,568 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 3,902 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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LC07 DSE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LC07 DSE, 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 LC07 DSE registered?

LC07 DSE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 April 2007.

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