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LT07 OUF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

129,382 mi
Last recorded129,382 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT07 OUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2024 129,382 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp aim too high both front (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp insecure both lamps (4.1.1 (c))

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

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

body work damaged

Pass 26 Sep 2023 124,796 miles

front number plate is cracked

Fail 26 Sep 2023 124,796 miles

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

front number plate is cracked

Pass 28 Sep 2022 120,254 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

damage to body work

Fail 28 Sep 2022 120,254 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

damage to body work

Pass 17 Sep 2021 116,002 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 116,002 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 112,416 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 108,434 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2019 108,289 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 104,068 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front tyre is devoid of tread on inside edge and tread slightly perished

Offside Front tyre is devoid of tread on inside edge and is worn close to the wear bars

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 10 Apr 2018 104,068 miles

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

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front tyre is devoid of tread on inside edge and tread slightly perished

Offside Front tyre is devoid of tread on inside edge and is worn close to the wear bars

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 26 Apr 2017 101,745 miles

Both Front Tyres Worn On Inner Edge

Fail 26 Apr 2017 101,744 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Both Front Tyres Worn On Inner Edge

Pass 7 Apr 2016 11,063 miles

low brake fluid & brake censor warning light on

Pass 30 Mar 2015 100,209 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 92,057 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 92,050 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 79,516 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 62,520 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 44,916 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 31,715 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 OUF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 LT07 OUF, 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.

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What year was LT07 OUF registered?

LT07 OUF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 March 2007.

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