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LX56 HGO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

73,281 mi
Last recorded73,281 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 HGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 73,281 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front inners (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 71,560 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 70,056 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 68,471 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 67,558 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 66,771 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 66,013 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 63,892 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 55,408 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted....

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 May 2017 47,057 miles

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt X2...

Pass 10 Jun 2016 42,205 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted...

Offside rear tyre staring to deteriorate.....

Pass 5 May 2015 36,152 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 31,209 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 26,052 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 22,335 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 22,340 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front lower suspension arm bush not fitted fully and squarely in place.

Pass 29 Mar 2012 22,000 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 18,356 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 14,569 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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LX56 HGO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LX56 HGO, 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 LX56 HGO registered?

LX56 HGO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 January 2007.

Is LX56 HGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX56 HGO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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