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LS57 HZV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

60,094 mi
Last recorded60,094 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS57 HZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 60,094 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2025 60,091 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 59,435 miles

Age related corrosion.

Exhaust heat shield insecure.

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 58,466 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 58,461 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Engine oil level low.

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Tailgate struts weak.

Pass 8 Nov 2022 57,580 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Slight handbrake travel.

Fail 8 Nov 2022 57,580 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Slight handbrake travel.

Pass 15 Nov 2021 56,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3 mm, plus bald on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 53,857 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 50,974 miles

Offside Front Anti roll bar ball joint linkage thread is short and level with securing nut

Fail 8 Nov 2019 50,974 miles

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Anti roll bar ball joint linkage thread is short and level with securing nut

Pass 19 Nov 2018 46,505 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 41,696 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 36,944 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 36,944 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 33,270 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 29,801 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 29,801 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 24,850 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 24,850 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front suspension arm bushes splitting

Pass 12 Nov 2012 20,644 miles

Front brake pads worn below half way

Pass 14 Nov 2011 16,569 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 12,360 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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LS57 HZV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc 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 LS57 HZV, 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 LS57 HZV registered?

LS57 HZV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is LS57 HZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS57 HZV 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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