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LN57 XZL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,362 mi
Last recorded37,362 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN57 XZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 37,362 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Reversing lamp inoperative

Fail 12 Sep 2019 37,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Reversing lamp inoperative

Pass 22 Sep 2018 35,654 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 34,301 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 34,301 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 17 Oct 2016 32,711 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in it and has been run flat with signs of damage.

Pass 24 Jul 2015 28,794 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 26,218 miles

offside front tyre 3mm

Pass 21 Aug 2013 23,325 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 20,127 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 16,356 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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LN57 XZL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LN57 XZL, 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 LN57 XZL registered?

LN57 XZL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is LN57 XZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN57 XZL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LN57 XZL have outstanding finance?

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