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LT57 OLX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

94,709 mi
Last recorded94,709 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT57 OLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 94,709 miles

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity nsr and osr (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 94,696 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected (1.1.7 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity nsr and osr (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 85,516 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 76,062 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 76,062 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2022 68,773 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 63,875 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 58,570 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 55,725 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2018 55,725 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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 Required very shortly (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 52,164 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 23 Oct 2017 52,160 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Sep 2016 50,418 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges.

Pass 9 Sep 2015 49,468 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 9 Sep 2015 49,465 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 20 Sep 2014 45,237 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 45,231 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 41,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 41,194 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 37,582 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 23 Sep 2011 26,376 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 14,596 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 OLX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 LT57 OLX, 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 LT57 OLX registered?

LT57 OLX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is LT57 OLX safe to buy?

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