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KN57 VLT

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,811 mi
Last recorded71,811 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN57 VLT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 71,811 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2025 71,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned Accident damaged (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 58,610 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 42,698 miles

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

Offside washer jet weak

Pass 29 Nov 2022 40,709 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 39,112 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 36,933 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 35,661 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 33,348 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 31,405 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 29,525 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 27,732 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 26,034 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 24,019 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2012 19,681 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 Nov 2011 16,191 miles

o/s & n/s exterior mirrors damaged

Pass 1 Nov 2010 12,655 miles

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

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 VLT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KN57 VLT, 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 VLT?

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What year was KN57 VLT registered?

KN57 VLT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 November 2007.

Is KN57 VLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN57 VLT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KN57 VLT have outstanding finance?

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