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CA57 KUE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

32,861 mi
Last recorded32,861 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA57 KUE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 32,861 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2025 32,861 miles

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

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

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

Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 32,546 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2024 32,546 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 32,147 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 32,146 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 31,121 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 31,121 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 30,225 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 30,225 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 29,756 miles

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

Rear Axle beam general rust

Fail 10 Dec 2020 29,756 miles

Rear Axle beam general rust

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 29,252 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 29,252 miles

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

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 28,352 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 49,064 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 27,202 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 25,582 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 23,956 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 23,956 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 21,834 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 19,765 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 17,376 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 15,559 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 13,965 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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CA57 KUE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 CA57 KUE, 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 CA57 KUE registered?

CA57 KUE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 December 2007.

Is CA57 KUE safe to buy?

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