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KR57 ELC

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,223 mi
Last recorded104,223 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2021 104,223 miles

Nearside Front c v boot deteriated

slight travel on handbrake

Pass 17 Dec 2020 95,860 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 87,388 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 87,384 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 77,878 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 77,878 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 69,479 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 59,175 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 59,175 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 53,029 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 46,172 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 40,813 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 36,831 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 30,975 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 24,153 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 ELC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ELC, 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 ELC registered?

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

Is KR57 ELC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 ELC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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