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LJ57 ZVD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,993 mi
Last recorded45,993 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 ZVD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 45,993 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 43,707 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2025 43,677 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexible section and middle box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2024 41,646 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 40,018 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 39,384 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2022 39,365 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 38,833 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 37,943 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 36,960 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 35,716 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear tyre wall perishing

Pass 27 Jan 2017 35,003 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 34,232 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 33,179 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 31,816 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 30,357 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 29,186 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 28,412 miles

Both front, rear lower suspension arm bushes perished and starting to split.

Travel in handbrake.

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 ZVD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue 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 LJ57 ZVD, 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 LJ57 ZVD registered?

LJ57 ZVD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 November 2007.

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