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KM07 XWL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

72,325 mi
Last recorded72,325 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM07 XWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 72,325 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 72,312 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 65,108 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 64,185 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive around sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2022 64,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive around sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 57,352 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2020 51,287 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 42,482 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 42,424 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing In wing mirror casing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2018 33,263 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Apr 2018 32,800 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 25,014 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

wipers slightly smearing

Pass 18 Apr 2016 21,404 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Apr 2016 21,364 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 17,636 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 13,682 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 13,282 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Apr 2012 12,913 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 12,012 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 9,644 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 9,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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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KM07 XWL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 KM07 XWL, 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 KM07 XWL registered?

KM07 XWL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 April 2007.

Is KM07 XWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM07 XWL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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