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LD57 FFZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

78,457 mi
Last recorded78,457 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD57 FFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2023 78,457 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2022 71,921 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2022 71,921 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 62,735 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 50,480 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 50,480 miles

Nearside Rear Brake insecure handbrake cable unclipped from holder (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 49,812 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 49,812 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Central Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 18 Sep 2018 49,018 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 49,018 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre in a poor condition (( cracked))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Sep 2017 48,239 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 48,238 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 47,647 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 46,745 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 46,745 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 43,757 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r shock cover broken

Fail 13 Oct 2014 43,757 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/r shock cover broken

Pass 18 Oct 2013 37,785 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 32,217 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 26,477 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 19,785 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 FFZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 LD57 FFZ, 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 FFZ registered?

LD57 FFZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 September 2007.

Is LD57 FFZ safe to buy?

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