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LY07 USM

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

25,931 mi
Last recorded25,931 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 25,931 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 25,703 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 25,703 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 25,394 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 25,059 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 24,761 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 24,508 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 24,508 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185 60 r14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 24,104 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 23,519 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 22,922 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 22,249 miles

Front Coolant leak radaiator bottom hose join

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Upper anti-roll bar link, ball joint thread damaged but still adequatly supported

Fail 7 Jul 2016 22,249 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Coolant leak radaiator bottom hose join

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Upper anti-roll bar link, ball joint thread damaged but still adequatly supported

Pass 8 Jul 2015 21,324 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 20,461 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 18,395 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 15,114 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Aug 2011 11,914 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 9,593 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 USM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LY07 USM, 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 USM registered?

LY07 USM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 August 2007.

Is LY07 USM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY07 USM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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