CarVerify

Free Car Check

LR57 FEP

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,547 mi
Last recorded45,547 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR57 FEP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 45,547 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 44,405 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 42,882 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 42,882 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 41,359 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 41,359 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

parking brake lever too far up

Pass 7 Sep 2021 39,451 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 37,972 miles

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 17 Sep 2019 36,206 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 33,674 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 31,514 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 28,193 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 28,193 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 25,260 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 22,132 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 18,901 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 16,223 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 13,002 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 10,145 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
Full Volkswagen Polo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LR57 FEP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc 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 FEP, 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 FEP?

You can check the full history of LR57 FEP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LR57 FEP registered?

LR57 FEP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is LR57 FEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR57 FEP 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.

Does LR57 FEP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LR57 FEP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.