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KD57 VGC

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

118,453 mi
Last recorded118,453 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD57 VGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 118,453 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 112,119 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 104,339 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 100,267 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2021 93,763 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 89,155 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 85,279 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 78,718 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 70,622 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 65,413 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 61,137 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 58,790 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 58,790 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 56,140 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 54,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside rear tyre perished

Pass 27 Sep 2012 45,700 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 30,367 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 22,271 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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KD57 VGC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 KD57 VGC, 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 KD57 VGC registered?

KD57 VGC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is KD57 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD57 VGC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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