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LG57 ZGL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,829 mi
Last recorded120,829 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG57 ZGL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 120,829 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv boot cracked at small end of boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv boot cracked at small end of driveshaft (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 114,505 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 103,921 miles

Front Exhaust noisy flexible part blowing slightly (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 5 Jan 2024 103,921 miles

Front Exhaust noisy flexible part blowing slightly (8.1.1 (a))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 98,198 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 3 Feb 2023 98,198 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Jan 2022 90,003 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 85,537 miles

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

front flexi in poor condition

service light on

Pass 29 Jan 2020 81,079 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing ring cracked/perished

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2020 81,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Fuel cap sealing ring cracked/perished

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Benefit of the doubt given (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 70,620 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 70,549 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2018 68,910 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2018 68,910 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 63,213 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 11 Jan 2017 63,213 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 56,046 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 50,693 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 50,693 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 43,714 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2013 43,712 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

nearside registration plate light dim

Pass 18 Dec 2012 35,449 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s number plate light getting dim

n/s rear body damage, but no sharp edges

n/s rear tyre tread has deep cut, but no cords exposed

o/s and n/s front lower arms rear mounting bushes splitting and slight movement

o/s and n/s number plate lamp loose, but still secure

o/s and n/s rear tyre treads starting to get low

Pass 17 Dec 2011 30,290 miles

Front windscreen wiper blades slightly smeary

Pass 16 Dec 2010 23,957 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 ZGL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ZGL, 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 ZGL registered?

LG57 ZGL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 September 2007.

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