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LC57 YKX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

103,963 mi
Last recorded103,963 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 YKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 103,963 miles

front brake pads are low and the discs are worn

strong advise, both front tyres are worn to limits on inner edges

wiper blades are in poor condition

Pass 9 Aug 2017 82,578 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 61,748 miles

Both rear brakes noisy

Fail 15 Aug 2016 61,748 miles

Nearside Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Both rear brakes noisy

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Sep 2015 59,262 miles

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

Offside Front worn on inner edge

Fail 14 Sep 2015 59,262 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Sep 2014 54,344 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 50,692 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 47,135 miles

O/S/R tyre starting to go out of shape

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Nov 2012 47,135 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/S/R tyre starting to go out of shape

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 41,357 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 29,918 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2010 29,779 miles

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

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

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

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 YKX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YKX, 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 YKX registered?

LC57 YKX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 November 2007.

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The MOT history for LC57 YKX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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