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LG57 RXP

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

56,410 mi
Last recorded56,410 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 56,410 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2025 56,410 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 47,884 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake recorded 17%,it may need adjustment or repair

Fail 6 Dec 2024 47,853 miles

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake recorded 17%,it may need adjustment or repair

Pass 8 Dec 2023 46,760 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2023 46,760 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 44,213 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 41,666 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))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 39,156 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 36,697 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 33,280 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 33,280 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner tread split to cords. 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner tread split to cord. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2017 29,962 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 27,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 25,146 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 25,146 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 22,315 miles

Both front wishbone bushes have medium play

N/side front tyre perished

slight lip on both front brake discs

Pass 26 Sep 2013 19,387 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 16,813 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 13,464 miles

ADVISE CONSOLE BUSHES SPLITTING AND KNOCKING

Pass 3 Sep 2010 10,998 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 RXP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 RXP, 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 RXP?

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What year was LG57 RXP registered?

LG57 RXP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 September 2007.

Is LG57 RXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG57 RXP shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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