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LB57 CFA

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,316 mi
Last recorded93,316 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 CFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 93,316 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL close 2.5-2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 85,076 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 77,773 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 73,835 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 73,835 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 70,984 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 68,234 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 68,234 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 62,282 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Jun 2020 62,282 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 56,426 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 56,420 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2018 48,767 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 48,765 miles

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

engine light on

Pass 12 Jun 2017 38,709 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 33,055 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 31,432 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 29,257 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 26,894 miles

advice:handbrake will need adjustment stone chip front screen

Pass 24 Oct 2011 20,706 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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LB57 CFA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LB57 CFA, 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 LB57 CFA registered?

LB57 CFA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 November 2007.

Is LB57 CFA safe to buy?

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