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LC57 ZJJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

106,439 mi
Last recorded106,439 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 ZJJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 106,439 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 102,874 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 99,078 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 99,075 miles

Exhaust system insecure heat shield (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 97,489 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 97,244 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 97,240 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 94,382 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 94,380 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexing leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 86,586 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 85,287 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2018 85,287 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 80,572 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 74,297 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 74,295 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top seal (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure leaking grease (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 67,979 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 63,602 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 58,889 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 58,889 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 49,722 miles

Nearside rear tyre tread depth 2.9mm in places. Legal minimum 1.6mm

Offside rear tyre tread depth 3.2mm

Fail 1 Dec 2012 49,718 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear tyre tread depth 2.9mm in places. Legal minimum 1.6mm

Offside rear tyre tread depth 3.2mm

Pass 26 Nov 2011 37,437 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 28,472 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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LC57 ZJJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 ZJJ, 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.

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What year was LC57 ZJJ registered?

LC57 ZJJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 November 2007.

Is LC57 ZJJ safe to buy?

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