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LG57 FWY

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,391 mi
Last recorded72,391 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG57 FWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 72,391 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2025 72,391 miles

Central Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BALD ( DANGERIOUS). (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BALD ( DANGERIOUS), (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 56,519 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 42,213 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 42,213 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall cracking

Pass 15 Sep 2022 36,058 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 36,058 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 35,184 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 33,664 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 32,658 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 32,658 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 31,501 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 29,786 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 27,591 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 24,662 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 21,842 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 18,271 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 14,824 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 10,424 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 7,924 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 FWY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue 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 LG57 FWY, 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

How do I check the history of LG57 FWY?

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What year was LG57 FWY registered?

LG57 FWY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 September 2007.

Is LG57 FWY safe to buy?

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