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AP57 KOH

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,699 mi
Last recorded141,699 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 KOH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 141,699 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 132,679 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint/2 (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 132,604 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords +ABOUT TO HIT WEAR BAR (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side LOW PERFORMANCE (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords ABOUT TO TO HIT WEAR BAR/195/55VR15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint/2 (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 121,270 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 121,270 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases SLEEVE CORRODED/INSECURE (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55/VR15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 106,242 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 106,242 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Drumstick (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust heat shield loose

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 90,550 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

windscreen chipped

Fail 26 Jul 2022 90,550 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/55/vr15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

windscreen chipped

Pass 26 Jul 2021 75,154 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 22 Jul 2021 75,153 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working in mirror housing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side low performance (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/55/vr15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 65,007 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2020 65,007 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/55/15vr (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 50,420 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 48,935 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 46,757 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 43,748 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 41,261 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Aug 2014 38,623 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 35,615 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 30,670 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 30,324 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 24,763 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 18,839 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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AP57 KOH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 AP57 KOH, 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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What year was AP57 KOH registered?

AP57 KOH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 October 2007.

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