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HW07 KNG

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

89,414 mi
Last recorded89,414 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW07 KNG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 89,414 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2025 89,414 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam Aim Also Not Tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 81,032 miles

coolant below minimum

nsr shock has play

Fail 27 Nov 2024 81,032 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nsf (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Direction indicator incorrect colour nsr flashing white (4.4.3 (a))

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

coolant below minimum

nsr shock has play

Pass 29 Nov 2023 69,721 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from flexi joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm, devoid of tread on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

brake pad wear light on.

brake pad wear wire broken, pads ok.

oil level low.

some wheel fixings covered.

under trays fitted preventing the inspection of some items.

Pass 1 Dec 2022 61,063 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 56,607 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 56,607 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2020 51,685 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2019 48,401 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Dec 2018 47,689 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 45,681 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad close to wear sensor (3.5.1g)

nearside front and nearside rear tyres perished

Fail 4 Dec 2017 45,681 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad close to wear sensor (3.5.1g)

nearside front and nearside rear tyres perished

Pass 12 Dec 2016 42,201 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 40,758 miles

Offside offside rear tyre worn on inner edge and also deteriorated

outer sidewall of nearside front tyre cut

under trays fitted obscuring components

Fail 22 Jun 2016 40,738 miles

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside offside rear tyre worn on inner edge and also deteriorated

fuel cap seal deteriorated

outer sidewall of nearside front tyre cut

under trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 17 Jun 2015 37,818 miles

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 26 Jun 2014 35,236 miles

inner edge of offside rear tyre worn low

nearside front tyre outer sidewall cut

Pass 26 Jun 2013 32,329 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres perished/cut

front brake discs worn

wipers smear screen

Pass 26 Jun 2012 28,797 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 24,722 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 20,592 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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HW07 KNG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HW07 KNG, 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 HW07 KNG registered?

HW07 KNG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 August 2007.

Is HW07 KNG safe to buy?

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