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LY07 SPV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,638 mi
Last recorded98,638 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY07 SPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2024 98,638 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2023 94,510 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 93,533 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2022 93,533 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2021 93,284 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 90,491 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2020 90,490 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 85,754 miles

Rear hand brake slight low effort

Fail 5 Sep 2019 85,754 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear hand brake slight low effort

Pass 24 Sep 2018 81,114 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 76,427 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 76,427 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 72,308 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 72,307 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 68,868 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 66,276 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 60,005 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 51,689 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 51,689 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 42,958 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 32,986 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 SPV 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 71.4%.

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 SPV, 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.

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What year was LY07 SPV registered?

LY07 SPV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 July 2007.

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