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LY07 SOU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

58,195 mi
Last recorded58,195 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY07 SOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 58,195 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 1 Jul 2026 58,195 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 55,621 miles

Under Trays Fitted by Manufacture.

Fail 1 Jul 2025 55,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Under Trays Fitted by Manufacture.

Pass 4 Jul 2024 51,335 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 47,702 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 44,009 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 44,009 miles

Nearside Front Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 41,831 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 40,492 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 40,492 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 39,343 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 37,765 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 35,879 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 35,879 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 33,426 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 33,426 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 30,304 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 23,262 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 17,296 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 15,657 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 13,689 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 11,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn unevenly

Fail 10 Jul 2010 11,106 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn unevenly

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 SOU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 SOU, 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 SOU registered?

LY07 SOU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 July 2007.

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