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LR57 EUV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

54,144 mi
Last recorded54,144 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR57 EUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 54,144 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 54,144 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 40,994 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 40,994 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 29,251 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 29,143 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 29,030 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 28,951 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 28,844 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 28,126 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 27,205 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 26,080 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 24,255 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 24,255 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 22,027 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 18,800 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 15,401 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 12,538 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 10,066 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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LR57 EUV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LR57 EUV, 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 LR57 EUV registered?

LR57 EUV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 October 2007.

Is LR57 EUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR57 EUV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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