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LS57 JHO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,050 mi
Last recorded91,050 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS57 JHO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 91,050 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 87,484 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2024 87,484 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 82,787 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 79,674 miles

Rear TYRES SLIGHTLY PERISHED SIDEWALL

Pass 23 Nov 2021 77,138 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 75,071 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 73,615 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 70,394 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 70,392 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 68,108 miles

Offside Front tyre has deep cut but cant see the cords at time of inspection and very low depth inner edge

Fail 7 Aug 2017 68,107 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front tyre has deep cut but cant see the cords at time of inspection and very low depth inner edge

Pass 15 Aug 2016 65,489 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 65,489 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre exhaust clamp broken

Pass 2 Sep 2015 59,615 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 59,615 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 51,829 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 46,066 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 40,148 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 40,148 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 32,573 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2010 26,349 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 JHO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 JHO, 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 JHO registered?

LS57 JHO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 November 2007.

Is LS57 JHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS57 JHO shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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