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KN57 VRD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

192,064 mi
Last recorded192,064 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN57 VRD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 192,064 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 192,064 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 179,986 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2024 179,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 171,549 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 162,127 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 162,127 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 150,442 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 150,442 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 138,247 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated little reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 126,081 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 126,079 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle low possible leaking cyl (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 111,822 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2018 111,822 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 96,949 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

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

Fail 24 Oct 2017 96,949 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 82,837 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 82,837 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 69,708 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 69,707 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 58,059 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Oct 2013 47,965 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 38,521 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 28,563 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 20,431 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 VRD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 VRD, 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 KN57 VRD registered?

KN57 VRD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 November 2007.

Is KN57 VRD safe to buy?

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