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KJ57 DNE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

66,810 mi
Last recorded66,810 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ57 DNE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 66,810 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Nov 2025 66,810 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 65,506 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 62,725 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 62,725 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 60,230 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 57,722 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2021 57,722 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 55,143 miles

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

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded & Flexi Pipe Is Worn

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

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 3 May 2019 52,675 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 49,905 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 47,503 miles

exhaust system is corroded

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Fail 15 Apr 2017 47,503 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

exhaust system is corroded

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 12 Apr 2016 44,208 miles

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

N/S/FTYRE WORNA D O/S/R

Pass 17 Apr 2015 38,955 miles

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2013 33,667 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 26,893 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system is corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2011 21,716 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Oct 2010 16,259 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

horn quiet

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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KJ57 DNE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KJ57 DNE, 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 KJ57 DNE registered?

KJ57 DNE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 October 2007.

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The MOT history for KJ57 DNE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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