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LR07 SZG

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

67,698 mi
Last recorded67,698 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR07 SZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 67,698 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2025 67,340 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 66,278 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 66,278 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 64,508 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 62,994 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 62,335 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 61,674 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 59,268 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 56,002 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 53,025 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 48,721 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 45,641 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 45,641 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 42,068 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 38,701 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 35,208 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 31,762 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 28,536 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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LR07 SZG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LR07 SZG, 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

How do I check the history of LR07 SZG?

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What year was LR07 SZG registered?

LR07 SZG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 May 2007.

Is LR07 SZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR07 SZG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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