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GU57 KVX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

87,238 mi
Last recorded87,238 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 KVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 87,238 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking Grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Close To Excessive (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2026 87,238 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking Grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Close To Excessive (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 82,810 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 82,810 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb Fitted Incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 78,605 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front Discs Inner Faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 72,514 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 64,954 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 58,904 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both. 165.70.14 85T. Toyo. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 52,758 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 52,758 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 46,948 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 40,540 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 40,540 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 35,441 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 28,302 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 22,436 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 22,426 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 16,867 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 12,638 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2011 9,866 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Aug 2011 9,836 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Sep 2010 7,831 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 7,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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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GU57 KVX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 GU57 KVX, 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 GU57 KVX registered?

GU57 KVX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is GU57 KVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU57 KVX shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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