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LM57 XVR

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2008 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 120,677 miles on the clock, averaging 7,604 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LM57 XVR

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
120,677
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2011
59%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 11 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
7,604

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading120,677 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,604
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM57 XVR 7k35k64k92k121k '11'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,677 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,677 miles
Since last MOT+6,381 miles
PASS
Mileage114,296 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,296 miles
Since last MOT+5,791 miles
PASS
Mileage108,505 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,505 miles
Since last MOT+7,091 miles
PASS
Mileage101,414 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,411 miles
Since last MOT+5,981 miles
PASS
Mileage95,430 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,428 miles
Since last MOT+4,385 miles
PASS
Mileage91,043 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,043 miles
Since last MOT+2,330 miles
PASS
Mileage88,713 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,712 miles
Since last MOT+6,959 miles
PASS
Mileage81,753 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,753 miles
Since last MOT+8,556 miles
PASS
Mileage73,197 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,197 miles
Since last MOT+13,016 miles
PASS
Mileage60,181 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,181 miles
Since last MOT+16,455 miles
PASS
Mileage43,726 miles
Since last MOT+17,313 miles
PASS
Mileage26,413 miles
Since last MOT+10,202 miles
PASS
Mileage16,211 miles
Since last MOT+4,518 miles
PASS
Mileage11,693 miles
Since last MOT+3,591 miles
PASS
Mileage8,102 miles
Since last MOT+1,276 miles
PASS
Mileage6,826 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage6,825 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Engine-specific faults

Brake pad and disc wear:

Tyre wear and replacement:

Spark plug replacement:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 XVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About LM57 XVR

What car is LM57 XVR?

LM57 XVR is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LM57 XVR?

The last recorded mileage for LM57 XVR was 120,677 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM57 XVR passed its MOT?

LM57 XVR has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2026.

Is LM57 XVR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM57 XVR is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is LM57 XVR?

LM57 XVR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.