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KR57 ELV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,952 mi
Last recorded38,952 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2015
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2015 38,952 miles

EML illuminated on dash.

Front Number plate deteriorating

Nearside Rear Tyre is bald on the outer edge and is starting to crack.

Offside Rear Tyre is starting to crack.

Rear Number plate is cracked.

Fail 13 Nov 2015 38,952 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported Exhaust clamp has corroded through allowing the exhaust system to become detached. (7.1.1)

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported Exhaust flexi has become detached. (7.1.1)

Rear Number plate is cracked.

EML illuminated on dash.

Front Number plate deteriorating

Nearside Rear Tyre is bald on the outer edge and is starting to crack.

Offside Front Tyre is bald on the inner edge.

Offside Rear Tyre is starting to crack.

Pass 15 Nov 2014 31,540 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2014 31,540 miles

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)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 26,164 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 22,602 miles

engine warning light on dash

slight deterioration both front inner suspension arm bushes

slight deterioration number plates

Pass 5 Dec 2011 19,388 miles

slight movement/wear both front inner suspension arm bushes

Fail 29 Nov 2010 16,260 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)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 16,260 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 ELV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ELV, 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 KR57 ELV registered?

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

Is KR57 ELV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 ELV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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