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LC57 KTJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,306 mi
Last recorded64,306 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 KTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 64,306 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 62,750 miles

Offside front inner tie rod has slight play

Pass 25 Oct 2023 61,340 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracked and perished

Offside front inner tie rod has slight play

Pass 17 Oct 2022 59,284 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to perish

Offside Front inner tie rod has slight play

Offside side repeater damaged

Pass 13 Oct 2021 57,597 miles

slight play in offside steering rack arm

Fail 13 Oct 2021 57,597 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

slight play in offside steering rack arm

Pass 14 Oct 2020 56,697 miles

slight play in offside steering rack arm

Pass 17 Oct 2019 55,500 miles

very slight play in offside steering arm

Pass 11 Oct 2018 52,942 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 50,717 miles

slight play in offside steering rack arm

Pass 27 Oct 2016 48,554 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 45,269 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 39,911 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 34,736 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 29,284 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 23,882 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 18,378 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 18,378 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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 KTJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc 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 KTJ, 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 LC57 KTJ?

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What year was LC57 KTJ registered?

LC57 KTJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 November 2007.

Is LC57 KTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC57 KTJ 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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