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LF56 UDX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,000 mi
Last recorded90,000 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF56 UDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 90,000 miles

Front Exhaust flexible pipe starting to deteriorate

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Bumper slightly damaged

Fail 29 Sep 2025 90,000 miles

Front Exhaust flexible pipe starting to deteriorate

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Bumper slightly damaged

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

Pass 2 Oct 2024 81,658 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 81,655 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Brake not working (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Brake (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 74,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Also starting to deteriorate ()

Pass 26 Sep 2022 69,399 miles

Front Exhaust flexy pipe is starting to deteriorate

Pass 25 Sep 2021 65,203 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 57,953 miles

Front Discs lightly corroded

Front Exhaust flex is starting to deteriorate

Hand brake lever close to full travel

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear shock dust covers are deteriorated x2

Fail 24 Sep 2020 57,953 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre tread deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Discs lightly corroded

Front Exhaust flex is starting to deteriorate

Hand brake lever close to full travel

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear shock dust covers are deteriorated x2

Pass 26 Mar 2019 46,803 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 46,803 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2018 41,028 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 38,277 miles

engine covers fitted .

under trays fitted .

Pass 22 Mar 2016 37,386 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 35,850 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 34,546 miles

age cracks both front tyres

Pass 12 Mar 2013 33,091 miles

slight age cracks in front tyre side walls

Pass 19 Mar 2012 31,846 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 30,463 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 27,921 miles

Both f/tyres inner edge slightly worn.

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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LF56 UDX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LF56 UDX, 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 LF56 UDX registered?

LF56 UDX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 February 2007.

Is LF56 UDX safe to buy?

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