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LT57 XZL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

77,973 mi
Last recorded77,973 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT57 XZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 77,973 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 66,954 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 66,954 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 58,498 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 54,186 miles

unable to fully check n/s/r and o/s/r seats and belts due to baby seats fitted

Fail 28 May 2020 54,186 miles

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

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

unable to fully check n/s/r and o/s/r seats and belts due to baby seats fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2019 50,338 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 45,696 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 42,507 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 42,506 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 39,046 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing rear bush (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 6 Sep 2014 35,473 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 35,473 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 30,285 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 22,613 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 16,430 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 15,803 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 XZL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 XZL, 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 XZL registered?

LT57 XZL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is LT57 XZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT57 XZL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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