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KP57 VDG

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

85,275 mi
Last recorded85,275 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP57 VDG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2022 85,275 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe at rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 9 Dec 2022 85,275 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter damp (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe at rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 56,893 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe at rack (2.1.5 (a))

nearside rear tyre perishing cracks around tread

Fail 15 Dec 2021 56,893 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe at rack (2.1.5 (a))

nearside rear tyre perishing cracks around tread

Pass 17 Dec 2020 52,292 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 52,292 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lamp cracked causing condensation inside.

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Repeater lamp broken but still working at this time.

Rear Silencer heat shield insecure

Pass 13 Dec 2019 47,632 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 44,885 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 44,885 miles

Exhaust system insecure Centre sleeve corroded/broken/leaking (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2017 41,624 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 13 Dec 2017 41,624 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Dec 2016 38,611 miles

exhaust sleeve corroded

Fail 7 Dec 2016 38,610 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs corroded

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

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

brake pad warning light on

exhaust sleeve corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2015 36,470 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front brake pads worn to 4mm, warning indicator light on. (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 12 Dec 2014 33,304 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 33,304 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 30,633 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 26,957 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 22,461 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 18,724 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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KP57 VDG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 KP57 VDG, 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 KP57 VDG registered?

KP57 VDG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 November 2007.

Is KP57 VDG safe to buy?

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