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LF57 ZWZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

109,105 mi
Last recorded109,105 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF57 ZWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2023 109,105 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 100,517 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 Feb 2021 93,713 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 93,713 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 88,859 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2020 88,859 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 68,594 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both covers insecure (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 68,594 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both covers insecure (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 51,284 miles

Front inner edges tyres worn

Pass 14 Feb 2017 41,941 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 41,937 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.90mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 33,803 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 30,213 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 25,871 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 18,159 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 18,159 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 10,677 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 9,208 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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LF57 ZWZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LF57 ZWZ, 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 LF57 ZWZ registered?

LF57 ZWZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 September 2007.

Is LF57 ZWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF57 ZWZ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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