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LM07 YBC

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

77,309 mi
Last recorded77,309 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM07 YBC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 77,309 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 76,610 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 75,694 miles

BRAKE PAD LIGHT ON

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 74,667 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 74,667 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen PIPE SPLIT (3.5 (a))

PAD LIGHT ON PADS ARE OK

Pass 25 Nov 2021 73,776 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 73,025 miles

BRAKE PAD LIGHT, ON PADS OK

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2020 73,025 miles

BRAKE PAD LIGHT, ON PADS OK

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 71,623 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 69,116 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to perish slightly

Offside Rear tyre starting to perish sligfhtly

Pass 14 Nov 2017 66,640 miles

Offside Rear TYRE WORN UNEVEN

Fail 14 Nov 2017 66,640 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear TYRE WORN UNEVEN

Pass 23 Nov 2016 64,442 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 64,441 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 56,769 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush WISHBONE REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush WISHBONE REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 51,062 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Jan 2015 51,062 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 46,938 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 40,012 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 38,119 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 30,416 miles

ADVISE FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES AND FRONT BRAKE PAD WORN LOW

Pass 9 Jul 2010 22,941 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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LM07 YBC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LM07 YBC, 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 LM07 YBC registered?

LM07 YBC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 July 2007.

Is LM07 YBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM07 YBC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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