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LR07 XJY

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

65,143 mi
Last recorded65,143 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR07 XJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 65,143 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2026 65,143 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2025 62,105 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 62,105 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2024 56,295 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2023 47,019 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 45,444 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 45,351 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 44,014 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 41,370 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 8 Jul 2019 41,370 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Jun 2018 38,044 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 38,044 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 34,885 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)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 34,885 miles

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

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

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 6 Jul 2016 31,281 miles

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT TYRES INNER AND OUTER TREAD WEAR

NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL DETERIATION

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 10 Jul 2015 27,560 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 24,212 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 21,030 miles

front lower wish bone bushs poor

rear number plate poor condition

Pass 1 May 2012 17,475 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 14,141 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 14,085 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 10,345 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 XJY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 XJY, 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 XJY?

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What year was LR07 XJY registered?

LR07 XJY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 April 2007.

Is LR07 XJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR07 XJY shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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