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LM56 FGU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

79,101 mi
Last recorded79,101 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM56 FGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 79,101 miles

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

Nearside Front Body component slightly loose Bumper is slightly out of place but not likely to detatch or cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 79,101 miles

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

Nearside Front Body component slightly loose Bumper is slightly out of place but not likely to detatch or cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 78,036 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 74,674 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 71,562 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 66,713 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 10 Jun 2021 66,713 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front 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 9 Jun 2020 63,540 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 63,540 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2019 60,686 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 57,882 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 55,066 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 55,066 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 49,658 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2015 46,020 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 46,020 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 42,123 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 38,086 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 35,612 miles

Exhaust system has been hit and distorted.

Pass 3 Sep 2011 32,429 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 25,985 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 14 Dec 2009 21,337 miles

Exhaust knocking.

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 FGU 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 LM56 FGU, 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 LM56 FGU registered?

LM56 FGU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 January 2007.

Is LM56 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM56 FGU 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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