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LT57 XBO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,046 mi
Last recorded51,046 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 51,046 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 51,045 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 50,654 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 50,056 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 50,056 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 48,668 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 47,999 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 47,999 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 47,206 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 46,080 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 44,659 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 43,680 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 42,525 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 38,500 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 34,837 miles

wipers smear

Pass 24 Sep 2013 28,982 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 25,493 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 25,493 miles

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear wiper smearing

Pass 20 Sep 2011 20,060 miles

handbrake travel long

Pass 7 Sep 2010 14,526 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 XBO 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 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 XBO, 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

How do I check the history of LT57 XBO?

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What year was LT57 XBO registered?

LT57 XBO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is LT57 XBO safe to buy?

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