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KM57 BYR

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

100,185 mi
Last recorded100,185 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM57 BYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 100,185 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 92,633 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 85,702 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 79,352 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 75,542 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 71,772 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 66,037 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 61,065 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2019 61,056 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 56,321 miles

Front exhaust flexi dteriorated & blowing (BORDERLINE)

Front number plate damaged & slightly loose

Offside front wheel slightly damaged

Pass 18 Jul 2017 51,497 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edge (recommend wheel alignment)

Front number plate damaged

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 22 Jul 2016 49,655 miles

Front bumper/number plate slightly deteriorated

Front tyres slightly wearing on inner edge

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2015 46,934 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust rear section outer skin corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2014 40,659 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 36,414 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 26,362 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 15,540 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 7,624 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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KM57 BYR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc 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 KM57 BYR, 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 KM57 BYR registered?

KM57 BYR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 November 2007.

Is KM57 BYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM57 BYR 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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