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LM57 CKA

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

71,009 mi
Last recorded71,009 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 CKA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022 71,009 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 71,006 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi pipe (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2021 52,470 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 37,999 miles

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

handbrake may need adjustment soon.

Pass 9 Oct 2019 29,112 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 29,101 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 23 Sep 2019 29,086 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 19,321 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 19,321 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Horn sounds harsh or grating (7.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2016 18,358 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 17,155 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside & offside (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Nov 2015 17,153 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush bush (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour nearside & offside (1.4.A.2f)

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside & offside (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 15,721 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 13,082 miles

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

nearside rear tyre show signs of age deterioration on outer sidewall & has nail.

offside rear tyre show signs of age deterioration on outer sidewall.

Pass 25 Nov 2011 9,421 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 9,407 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 7,945 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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LM57 CKA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LM57 CKA, 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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LM57 CKA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is LM57 CKA safe to buy?

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