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LS57 XUJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,461 mi
Last recorded56,461 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS57 XUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 56,461 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 52,611 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 48,455 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2023 48,448 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 45,435 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 45,092 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 42,826 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 42,826 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 39,136 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 34,752 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 34,752 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 31,631 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 28,800 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 27,512 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 26,957 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 24,391 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 21,066 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 17,520 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2010 15,454 miles

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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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LS57 XUJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LS57 XUJ, 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

How do I check the history of LS57 XUJ?

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What year was LS57 XUJ registered?

LS57 XUJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 December 2007.

Is LS57 XUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS57 XUJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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