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GV57 LMX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

71,653 mi
Last recorded71,653 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV57 LMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 71,653 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 70,358 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 69,615 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 68,480 miles

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing advise both rear shock absorber bump stops and dust covers poor condition (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 68,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing advise both rear shock absorber bump stops and dust covers poor condition (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 66,760 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 64,738 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 64,738 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 62,182 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 62,180 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

advise minor damage to ns side repeater

Pass 17 Sep 2018 58,056 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 54,711 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 50,892 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 46,140 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 41,598 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 37,187 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 32,862 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 27,878 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 22,937 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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GV57 LMX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,800cc 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 GV57 LMX, 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

How do I check the history of GV57 LMX?

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What year was GV57 LMX registered?

GV57 LMX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is GV57 LMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV57 LMX 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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