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LY07 FJE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

69,475 mi
Last recorded69,475 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY07 FJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 69,475 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2025 69,475 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 61,980 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2024 61,978 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction objects hanging from mirror and speaker on dashboard (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 49,080 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 45,352 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 45,352 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 42,622 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 40,381 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 37,171 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 35,076 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 33,419 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 31,931 miles

Offside Front tyre deteriorated

Offside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 31,931 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre deteriorated

Offside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 29,829 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside front tyre deteriorated, no cracks yet to cords.

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 26,714 miles

os side reapeter lamp cracked lense but still works both front tyres side walls starting to perish

Pass 13 Aug 2013 23,433 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 23,433 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 19,987 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 19,987 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 15,909 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 11,632 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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LY07 FJE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LY07 FJE, 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 LY07 FJE registered?

LY07 FJE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 June 2007.

Is LY07 FJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY07 FJE shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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