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LR56 PVP

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

62,141 mi
Last recorded62,141 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 PVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 62,141 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 5 Jan 2023 62,141 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 6 Jan 2022 60,839 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

nearside front headlamp damage

Fail 5 Jan 2022 60,839 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

nearside front headlamp damage

Pass 5 Jan 2021 58,444 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 56,232 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 56,232 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 53,502 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 50,352 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 50,352 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 46,208 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 41,877 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 37,440 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 32,395 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 32,395 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2012 27,258 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 22,753 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 17,151 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 12,155 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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LR56 PVP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LR56 PVP, 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 LR56 PVP registered?

LR56 PVP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 January 2007.

Is LR56 PVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR56 PVP shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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