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LM57 CPV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,903 mi
Last recorded119,903 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 CPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 119,903 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2025 119,902 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 109,255 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 6 Jan 2024 109,203 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1856014 82H (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jan 2023 95,764 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Jan 2023 95,764 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 83,680 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 83,679 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 77,514 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 69,919 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 64,464 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 60,463 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 53,990 miles

Front number plate cracked

Pass 5 Jan 2016 47,907 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 38,151 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 30,386 miles

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 9 Jan 2013 23,446 miles

front pads low

Fail 16 Jan 2012 15,546 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 15,546 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 7,769 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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LM57 CPV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LM57 CPV, 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 LM57 CPV registered?

LM57 CPV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 December 2007.

Is LM57 CPV safe to buy?

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