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LT57 UJE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

116,009 mi
Last recorded116,009 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT57 UJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 116,009 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack leaking slightly from rack end (2.1.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge and close to limits (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread wearing slightly on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 May 2025 109,819 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2024 104,658 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2024 104,656 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2023 98,821 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible part and centre exhaust clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 93,244 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 May 2022 93,244 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 87,882 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 83,041 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2019 76,743 miles

Undertrays fitted

Fail 19 Aug 2019 76,743 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2018 70,204 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 67,257 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 67,257 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 62,105 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 56,167 miles

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

console bushes split

Fail 24 Aug 2015 56,167 miles

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

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

console bushes split

Pass 20 Aug 2014 48,998 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 41,744 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Aug 2012 36,623 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2012 36,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 26,316 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 26,316 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 18,902 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 UJE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 UJE, 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 UJE registered?

LT57 UJE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 September 2007.

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