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KB57 YXR

2007 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,137 mi
Last recorded31,137 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB57 YXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 31,137 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2025 31,135 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm , bold inner (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 27,900 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 25,303 miles

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 31 Oct 2022 24,345 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 18,678 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 13,072 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer side wall slightly damaged

centre exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 29 Nov 2019 12,144 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 11,855 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 11,518 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 11,229 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 10,989 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 10,590 miles

nearside reg lamp secure, but not correctly seated in housing,not showing white light to rear

Pass 29 Nov 2013 9,992 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 8,928 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 7,727 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 7,727 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 6,590 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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KB57 YXR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KB57 YXR, 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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What year was KB57 YXR registered?

KB57 YXR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 December 2007.

Is KB57 YXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB57 YXR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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