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LT57 UWS

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

101,495 mi
Last recorded101,495 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 101,495 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Nov 2023 96,337 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDE FRONT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Nov 2022 92,616 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 89,876 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear bushes perishing (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 89,860 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle n/s/f door will not open (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear bushes perishing (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 87,783 miles

Exhaust flexi pipe and centre sleeve clamp corroded

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Nov 2019 85,290 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Nov 2019 85,285 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Sub-frame likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Dec 2018 81,558 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 78,747 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 78,747 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Fail 3 Jan 2018 78,742 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 73,978 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 73,978 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater obviously incorrectly positioned (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 66,698 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 61,088 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 51,280 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2013

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 40,467 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 29,375 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 29,375 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 19,587 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 UWS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc 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 UWS, 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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LT57 UWS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 September 2007.

Is LT57 UWS safe to buy?

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