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LD57 DHF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

90,866 mi
Last recorded90,866 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD57 DHF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 90,866 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 86,715 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 86,163 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 77,469 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 64,831 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 64,221 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak misting of oil around engine sump gasket & nearside driveshaft oil seal ()

Rear exhaust silencer corroded & deteriorated

undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 25 May 2016 61,221 miles

Front brake discs are worn and lipped

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 23 May 2016 61,220 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front brake discs are worn and lipped

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 53,760 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 45,433 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 45,433 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 35,036 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 23,188 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 23,188 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 20,293 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 12,432 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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LD57 DHF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LD57 DHF, 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 LD57 DHF registered?

LD57 DHF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 September 2007.

Is LD57 DHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD57 DHF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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