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EX57 VKS

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

61,957 mi
Last recorded61,957 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX57 VKS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 61,957 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2025 52,593 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 47,962 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 47,759 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 46,882 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 45,589 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 43,633 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 40,884 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 37,261 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 37,261 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 33,762 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 30,099 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 27,268 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 23,815 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 20,126 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 16,371 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 13,030 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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EX57 VKS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EX57 VKS, 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 EX57 VKS?

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What year was EX57 VKS registered?

EX57 VKS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is EX57 VKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX57 VKS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX57 VKS have outstanding finance?

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