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LG57 EOU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

44,514 mi
Last recorded44,514 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG57 EOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 44,514 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Aug 2026 44,514 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2025 42,487 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2023 39,397 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2023 39,397 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 14 Dec 2023 39,375 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 24 Dec 2022 38,135 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 35,947 miles

n/s &o/s f stablizer bar link rubber prashed

Pass 15 Dec 2020 34,600 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 34,539 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 32,380 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 32,380 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 31,321 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 29,781 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 28,267 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 27,894 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 27,894 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 26,173 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 25,557 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 24,388 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 22,545 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 18,583 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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LG57 EOU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LG57 EOU, 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 LG57 EOU registered?

LG57 EOU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is LG57 EOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG57 EOU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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