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LC57 ZGT

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

148,938 mi
Last recorded148,938 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 ZGT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2023 148,938 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

reverse light not working

Fail 31 Mar 2023 148,938 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust heat shield loose at rear box

reverse light not working

Pass 12 Mar 2022 135,344 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2022 135,344 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected adjustment to hand break (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 135,390 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 126,988 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded but not leaking

Fail 20 Nov 2019 126,987 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear exhaust box corroded but not leaking

Pass 13 Nov 2018 115,128 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 115,114 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2017 99,804 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 85,906 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 69,100 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 57,408 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 45,170 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 35,018 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 27,799 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 22,441 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 22,441 miles

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

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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LC57 ZGT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LC57 ZGT, 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 LC57 ZGT registered?

LC57 ZGT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 November 2007.

Is LC57 ZGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC57 ZGT shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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