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KR57 EKX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,171 mi
Last recorded65,171 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 EKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 65,171 miles

Nearside Front cv boot in poor condition

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edge

Nearside Rear tyre just legal

Offside Rear tyre wearing on edge

Pass 22 Feb 2018 55,076 miles

Nearside Front cv boot in poor condition

Pass 29 Mar 2017 48,315 miles

engine management light on

slight leak from nearside front outer constant velocity gaitor

undertrays fitted

Fail 23 Mar 2017 48,061 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2016 44,476 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 43,688 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 43,447 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 43,391 miles

exhaust front flexi joint deteriating

front brake discs corrodeing inner surface

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 12 Jan 2013 41,056 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

165/70/14/81t budget

strong advisory that both front tyres are worn to limit on inner edges (advise new tyres and tracking)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 37,603 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 31,909 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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KR57 EKX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KR57 EKX, 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 KR57 EKX registered?

KR57 EKX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 December 2007.

Is KR57 EKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 EKX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR57 EKX have outstanding finance?

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