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KJ57 EWV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

110,656 mi
Last recorded110,656 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ57 EWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 110,656 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 106,586 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2023 95,935 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 85,415 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 79,999 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 78,208 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear brake pipe insecure

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted and isecure (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

park brake lever requires adjust near stop

Fail 24 Mar 2020 78,208 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt installation has a rail or other harsh object fitted without suitable padding as required plastic insecure (10.1 (j))

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))

Offside Front Seat belt installation has a rail or other harsh object fitted without suitable padding as required plastic insecure (10.1 (j))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear brake pipe insecure

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted and isecure (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

park brake lever requires adjust near stop

Fail 19 Mar 2020 78,150 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage loose insecure (7.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

park brake lever requires adjust near stop

Pass 6 Mar 2019 71,666 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2019 71,666 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 Nov 2018 71,614 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 65,725 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking &Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim

Fail 25 Aug 2017 65,717 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 63,611 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 48,937 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 41,445 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 34,767 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 20,399 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 15,123 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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KJ57 EWV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 EWV, 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 EWV registered?

KJ57 EWV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 November 2007.

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