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LJ57 DEF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,693 mi
Last recorded90,693 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 DEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 90,693 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 90,027 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 90,027 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 88,705 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 88,278 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 88,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 86,206 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2017 86,206 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 85,228 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2015 83,341 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2014 78,159 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2014 78,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Rear 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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LJ57 DEF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LJ57 DEF, 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 LJ57 DEF registered?

LJ57 DEF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is LJ57 DEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ57 DEF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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