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LT57 UKN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,861 mi
Last recorded46,861 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT57 UKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 46,861 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 46,673 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 45,689 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 43,937 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 43,937 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 42,024 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 41,637 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 40,208 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 38,462 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 36,565 miles

wipers worn

Fail 6 Jul 2017 36,595 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

wipers worn

Pass 11 Jul 2016 34,097 miles

Both rear shock absorber bump stops perishing

Both rear tyres perishing

Exhaust flexi section shielding damaged

Front Wiper blades smearing slightly

Offside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 31,729 miles

rear tyres perished

Fail 14 Jul 2015 31,729 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b) DANGEROUS

rear tyres perished

Pass 22 Jul 2014 29,306 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Console bushes just starting to split

Exhaust flexi shielding damaged

Washer reservoir leaking

Pass 8 Aug 2013 25,976 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 21,752 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 17,945 miles

Front and rear wipers starting to smear

Washer bottle leaking

Fail 31 Aug 2011 17,945 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front and rear wipers starting to smear

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Washer bottle leaking

Pass 19 Aug 2010 13,808 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 UKN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UKN, 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 UKN registered?

LT57 UKN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is LT57 UKN safe to buy?

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