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LT57 EEH

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,681 mi
Last recorded72,681 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT57 EEH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 72,681 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing DOT 4115 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing DOT 3616 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4-3mm + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

exhaust flexi joint deteriorated (mesh coming away)

fuel cap/sealing device deteriorated

Fail 30 Oct 2025 72,681 miles

Offside Direction indicator missing wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing DOT 4115 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing DOT 3616 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4-3mm + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

exhaust flexi joint deteriorated (mesh coming away)

fuel cap/sealing device deteriorated

Pass 1 Nov 2024 67,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Deep cracking on inner & outer edges of the tread 18560R1482H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

screen wash fluid smells due to bacteria

Pass 25 Oct 2023 64,922 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 64,922 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 62,584 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 50,598 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 50,562 miles

Offside Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 49,222 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 48,044 miles

Nearside Front washer pipe leaking

Fail 27 Feb 2018 48,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front washer pipe leaking

Pass 22 Feb 2017 46,756 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 45,185 miles

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

offside rear tyre slightly damaged.

Pass 13 Feb 2015 43,537 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 42,434 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2014 42,343 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 37,932 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 27,658 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 25,854 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 25,854 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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LT57 EEH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LT57 EEH, 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 LT57 EEH registered?

LT57 EEH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 September 2007.

Is LT57 EEH safe to buy?

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