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LC57 CVL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,936 mi
Last recorded37,936 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 CVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 37,936 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 31,525 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 31,482 miles

Nearside 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))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 21,397 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 17,002 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 2 Nov 2021 16,489 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 15,994 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 15,576 miles

Nearside Rear has a cut close to cord (marked)

Pass 24 Sep 2018 15,267 miles

N/S/F tyre sidewall cut

Pass 11 Oct 2017 14,696 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 13,669 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 12,404 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 11,204 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2013 9,846 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2012 8,511 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 6,983 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 5,792 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 5,792 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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LC57 CVL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LC57 CVL, 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 LC57 CVL registered?

LC57 CVL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 October 2007.

Is LC57 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC57 CVL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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