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LM56 BZJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,054 mi
Last recorded74,054 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2020
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM56 BZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2020 74,054 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2020 74,053 miles

Nearside Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 73,557 miles

both rear brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 13 Jul 2019 73,556 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

both rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2018 67,864 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 63,680 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 61,283 miles

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Aug 2014 56,681 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 8 Aug 2014 56,666 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

bonnet catch not working

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 11 Jul 2013 52,159 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 52,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 May 2012 48,175 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 May 2011 41,712 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 31,769 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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LM56 BZJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LM56 BZJ, 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 LM56 BZJ registered?

LM56 BZJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 January 2007.

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