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LR07 XJN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,140 mi
Last recorded78,140 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR07 XJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2024 78,140 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 29 Oct 2024 78,140 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 76,313 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 20 Oct 2023 76,313 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 74,784 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2022 74,784 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 72,664 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 72,098 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 72,098 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 66,316 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 60,271 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 53,208 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 53,206 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Wiper blades smearing

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front tyre bald inner edge

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear tyre outer sidewall perished cracking

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 44,887 miles

Rear Parking brake advise adjustment

Pass 13 Apr 2015 37,965 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Apr 2014 32,913 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 27,074 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 16 Apr 2012 21,322 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres starting to wear on edges

damage to os sill

front flexi pipe starting to deteriorate

nsr wheel bearing starting to feel rough

Pass 19 Apr 2011 17,968 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 13,075 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 XJN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XJN, 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 LR07 XJN registered?

LR07 XJN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 April 2007.

Is LR07 XJN safe to buy?

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