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KN57 GXW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,278 mi
Last recorded78,278 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN57 GXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 78,278 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2019 78,275 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 70,677 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 62,137 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Apr 2017 62,137 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on

Pass 28 Oct 2016 59,222 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside side repeater lens damaged

Pass 6 Nov 2015 52,852 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance mirror indicator (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 46,388 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 39,871 miles

handbrake lever requires adjustment

nearside mirror missing

slight oil leak

Fail 30 Sep 2013 39,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

handbrake lever requires adjustment

nearside mirror missing

slight oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2012 34,056 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 34,056 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 28,203 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front tyres on 3mm

Pass 1 Oct 2010 22,434 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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KN57 GXW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 KN57 GXW, 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

How do I check the history of KN57 GXW?

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What year was KN57 GXW registered?

KN57 GXW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 October 2007.

Is KN57 GXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN57 GXW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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