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KP07 EYU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2015
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

127,719 mi
Last recorded127,719 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2014
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP07 EYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2014 127,719 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 Feb 2014 127,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres are slightly worn on the outer edges

the nearside rear tyre has un-even tread wear on the inside edge

Pass 12 Sep 2013 124,270 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 124,262 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 114,768 miles

back box corroded

nearside rear tyre inner edge distorted

Fail 10 Aug 2012 114,762 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

back box corroded

nearside rear tyre inner edge distorted

Pass 16 Aug 2011 91,975 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front discs worn

nearside rear brake binding

Fail 16 Aug 2011

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)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front discs worn

nearside rear brake binding

Pass 19 Aug 2010 68,206 miles

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

front discs worn

Fail 19 Aug 2010 68,206 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

front discs worn

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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KP07 EYU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KP07 EYU, 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.

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What year was KP07 EYU registered?

KP07 EYU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 8 May 2007.

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