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LT07 LYF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

45,509 mi
Last recorded45,509 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT07 LYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 45,509 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 45,509 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 44,047 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 42,289 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 40,472 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 39,325 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 37,060 miles

front brake discsrusty lip inner edge

Fail 20 Jun 2014 37,058 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

front brake discsrusty lip inner edge

rear wiper blade u/s

tyre size185/60/r14

Pass 10 Jul 2013 34,226 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner section check often for wear

Fail 10 Jul 2013 34,226 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre wearing on inner section check often for wear

Pass 3 Jul 2012 30,129 miles

offside rear shockabsorber slighty weak

Fail 3 Jul 2012 30,128 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

offside rear shockabsorber slighty weak

Pass 16 Jun 2011 25,437 miles

nearside door mirror outer caseing slighty damaged

offside door mirror outer caseing badly damaged

Pass 6 Jul 2010 20,958 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 20,042 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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LT07 LYF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LT07 LYF, 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 LT07 LYF registered?

LT07 LYF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 March 2007.

Is LT07 LYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT07 LYF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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