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LG57 RXH

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

173,024 mi
Last recorded173,024 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG57 RXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 173,024 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Fail 5 Aug 2024 173,023 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Pass 30 May 2023 165,123 miles

Body has Damage all around

Engine covers/Under-trays fitted

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Pass 11 Apr 2022 140,053 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

corrosion on underbody, chassis, suspension and brake components

Pass 15 Mar 2021 125,031 miles

Engine Cover/Under Trays Fitted

Fail 15 Mar 2021 125,031 miles

Engine Cover/Under Trays Fitted

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 122,117 miles

Engine Cover/Under Trays Fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2018 119,603 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 114,322 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 114,322 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 110,618 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 106,580 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 103,574 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 99,662 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 10 Sep 2013 99,662 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 15 Aug 2013 99,647 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

spare tyre wrong size

Pass 23 Aug 2012 92,791 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 92,791 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 78,298 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 61,990 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 RXH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RXH, 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 RXH registered?

LG57 RXH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 September 2007.

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