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KR57 EMX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

140,132 mi
Last recorded140,132 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 EMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 140,132 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Jan 2021 140,129 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Jul 2019 125,470 miles

Hand brake reserve travel near limit , service or repair

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated advise replace (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake slight binding

Under trays fitted

rear heat shield loose

Pass 18 Jul 2018 108,659 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2018 108,659 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released whilst lights on (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 89,235 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2017 88,659 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 70,248 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 57,022 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 57,022 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 42,651 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 40,812 miles

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

Note;- scratch on nearside rear wing.

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 36,499 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 31,718 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2010 23,877 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear wiper

Pass 27 Nov 2010 23,877 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear wiper

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 EMX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 EMX, 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 EMX registered?

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

Is KR57 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 EMX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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