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KHZ 1526

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

75,066 mi
Last recorded75,066 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHZ 1526
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 75,066 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust box outer skin corroded

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

Vehicle has been under sealed

Pass 22 Nov 2024 68,332 miles

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

front and rear n/s and o/s frame, prescribed area, springs, arms and others suspension components corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2023 66,517 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2023 66,517 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 64,911 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 63,547 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 63,547 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 62,702 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 62,113 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 62,113 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Damp around offside rear drum no leak detected

Pass 31 Oct 2018 59,624 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Offside and nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Oct 2018 59,624 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Offside and nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 56,440 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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KHZ 1526 is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KHZ 1526, 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 KHZ 1526 registered?

KHZ 1526 is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 November 2007.

Is KHZ 1526 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KHZ 1526 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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