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LD57 FXK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,525 mi
Last recorded108,525 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD57 FXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 108,525 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 105,545 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 100,341 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 90,528 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 90,528 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 83,780 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 83,780 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 74,327 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (4.2.3 (c))

Rear tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 5 Sep 2019 74,327 miles

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (4.2.3 (c))

Rear tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 18 Sep 2018 59,174 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 59,174 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 49,998 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 42,621 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 31,739 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2015 31,739 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 28,529 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 22,252 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

possible very slight buldge in offside front outer tyre wall.

Fail 21 Sep 2013 22,252 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

possible very slight buldge in offside front outer tyre wall.

Pass 29 Sep 2012 16,031 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 9,955 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 7,049 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 FXK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FXK, 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 FXK registered?

LD57 FXK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 September 2007.

Is LD57 FXK safe to buy?

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