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BF57 LFV

2007 Volkswagen Unknown

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

235,690 mi
Last recorded235,690 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Unknown122,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF57 LFV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 235,690 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differentil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2026 235,690 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.60 limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differentil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 235,690 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine area slightly oily from underneath

Pass 5 Aug 2022 235,690 miles

OSF inner rack joint has play

Fail 28 Jul 2022 235,690 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

OSF inner rack joint has play

Pass 14 Jul 2021 235,690 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Aug 2020 235,690 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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BF57 LFV is a 2007 Volkswagen Unknown in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 122,251 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF57 LFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BF57 LFV registered?

BF57 LFV is a 2007 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 28 September 2007.

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