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LH57 AKV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

62,181 mi
Last recorded62,181 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2020
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH57 AKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2020 62,181 miles

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

Nearside Rear Headlamp insecure.

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 52,123 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 46,607 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 41,718 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 36,142 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 36,142 miles

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

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

n/s/r inner tyre sidewall deeply cut no cords exposed

Pass 25 Sep 2015 30,711 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cut in inner sidewall

Nearside Rear tyre has cut in outer sidewall

Offside Rear tyre has cut in outer sidewall

Pass 18 Sep 2014 25,136 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 22,108 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Sep 2012 18,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 18,627 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 15,398 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 10,897 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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LH57 AKV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LH57 AKV, 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

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What year was LH57 AKV registered?

LH57 AKV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 October 2007.

Is LH57 AKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH57 AKV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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