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LR57 EUA

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

37,997 mi
Last recorded37,997 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR57 EUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 37,997 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 37,697 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 37,149 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2023 37,149 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 36,436 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 36,435 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Defect also consists of cracking and worn smooth on inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2021 35,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner and outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside 1 of 2 Reg plate lamps not working.

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 34,189 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Plus Cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 34,188 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexy pipe blowing. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Plus Cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 31,909 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Fail 6 Sep 2019 31,909 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2018 30,368 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 30,363 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 26,980 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 24,392 miles

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE REAR TYRES OUTER SIDE WALLS DETERIATION

Pass 23 Sep 2015 21,877 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 18,716 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 14,470 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 12,922 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 12,922 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 8,783 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 6,359 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 6,359 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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LR57 EUA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LR57 EUA, 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 LR57 EUA?

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What year was LR57 EUA registered?

LR57 EUA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 October 2007.

Is LR57 EUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR57 EUA shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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