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BN07 KTK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

155,989 mi
Last recorded155,989 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN07 KTK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 16 Oct 2025 155,989 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 152,664 miles

Central Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess slight play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 152,658 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess slight play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 May 2024 151,960 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Tie rod end (drum sticks) (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front 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 13 Apr 2023 146,949 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2023 146,949 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 131,395 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no warning lights on dash time of test

Fail 13 Apr 2022 131,025 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn bottom arm pin loose (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no warning lights on dash time of test

Pass 20 Apr 2021 122,297 miles

no warning lights on dash time of test

o/s/f wheel bearing need changing soon

o/s/r shocker deteriorating

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Fail 10 Apr 2021 122,247 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure exhaust rubbing body (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect clip missing to hold bulb in (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect clip missing to hold bulb in (4.1.2 (c))

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

no warning lights on dash time of test

o/s/r shocker deteriorating

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 25 Feb 2020 109,228 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 104,835 miles

coil springs corroded

exhaust corroded

steering rack and sub frame wet with oil

Fail 9 Mar 2019 104,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

coil springs corroded

exhaust corroded

steering rack and sub frame wet with oil

Pass 3 Mar 2018 101,815 miles

Exhaust corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2017 98,447 miles

Rear Back box corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2016 94,850 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 90,197 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 75,845 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 62,894 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 52,849 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 41,670 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 27,950 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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BN07 KTK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 BN07 KTK, 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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BN07 KTK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 March 2007.

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