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LEZ 8049

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,552 mi
Last recorded82,552 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEZ 8049
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 82,552 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy + Sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords O/S/F + N/S/F (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Parking brake is lagging in operation

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

Offside Front Brake flexible hose is slightly insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust tail box is corroded

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing O/S/R + N/S/R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Feb 2025 82,552 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy + Sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords O/S/F + N/S/F (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Parking brake is lagging in operation

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

Offside Front Brake flexible hose is slightly insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust tail box is corroded

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing O/S/R + N/S/R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 80,312 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2023 76,274 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 69,767 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 22 Dec 2020 67,089 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 60,995 miles

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

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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LEZ 8049 is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LEZ 8049, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LEZ 8049 registered?

LEZ 8049 is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 March 2007.

Is LEZ 8049 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEZ 8049 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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