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LV57 FBN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

51,728 mi
Last recorded51,728 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV57 FBN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 51,728 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 18 Oct 2025 51,709 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))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Oct 2024 44,282 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet release latch broke,bonnet can still be opened. (3.1 (c))

Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 43,851 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 39,825 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2022 39,825 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 33,737 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2021 33,735 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 30,856 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 27,826 miles

both front tyres close to limits

both lower arm rear bushes deteriorated close to excessive

Fail 14 Oct 2019 27,792 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low , 2.0 mm / severely worn to inner edge.. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 20,937 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 16,583 miles

Nearside Front tyre side walls cracking.

Nearside Rear tyre side walls cracking.

Offside Front tyre side walls cracking.

Offside Rear tyre side walls cracking.

Fail 7 Nov 2017 16,583 miles

Nearside Front tyre side walls cracking.

Nearside Rear tyre side walls cracking.

Offside Front tyre side walls cracking.

Offside Rear tyre side walls cracking.

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 16,419 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 15,911 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 15,560 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 14,420 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 13,079 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 11,563 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 9,996 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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LV57 FBN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 LV57 FBN, 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 LV57 FBN registered?

LV57 FBN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 September 2007.

Is LV57 FBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV57 FBN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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