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LR07 XDW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

75,325 mi
Last recorded75,325 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR07 XDW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 75,325 miles

Engine covers fitted + under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside + nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Plastic surround but still functioning (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 70,440 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Plastic surround but still functioning (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2024 70,440 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Excessive perishing/Cracking (All 4 ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Plastic surround but still functioning (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 70,193 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Plastic housing broke but still functioning (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 68,068 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 67,746 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 65,698 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 63,801 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 61,726 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 58,680 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 56,320 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 53,215 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 53,215 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2013 48,659 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 48,659 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 43,041 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 33,898 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 33,898 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2010 23,979 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 XDW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 XDW, 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 LR07 XDW registered?

LR07 XDW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 June 2007.

Is LR07 XDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR07 XDW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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