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KR57 EKZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

111,295 mi
Last recorded111,295 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 EKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 111,295 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Park brake travel long but efforts are sufficient

Fail 2 Dec 2020 111,129 miles

Emissions not tested Aborted vehicle hot warning illuminated fan seized (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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))

Park brake travel long but efforts are sufficient

Pass 21 Dec 2019 100,986 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))

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 21 Dec 2019 100,985 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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))

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 22 Dec 2018 94,748 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2018 94,747 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 90,263 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at the flexy (7.1.2)

exhaust back box outer skin heavily corroded not resulting in any gas leaks

Fail 2 Dec 2017 90,263 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at the flexy (7.1.2)

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

exhaust back box outer skin heavily corroded not resulting in any gas leaks

Pass 23 Dec 2016 88,112 miles

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

both front wheels damaged

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 23 Dec 2016 88,112 miles

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

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

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

both front wheels damaged

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 5 Dec 2015 78,366 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 65,416 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 65,416 miles

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 51,176 miles

Secondary bonnet catch sticking

Fail 29 Nov 2013 51,176 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Secondary bonnet catch sticking

Pass 15 Dec 2012 38,352 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Nov 2011 28,201 miles

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

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)

Fail 30 Nov 2011 28,198 miles

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

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

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 5 Nov 2010 21,052 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 21,052 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 EKZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 KR57 EKZ, 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 EKZ registered?

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

Is KR57 EKZ safe to buy?

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