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KS56 WTR

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

94,948 mi
Last recorded94,948 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS56 WTR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 94,948 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge REPLACE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. (5.2.3 (e))

all front and rear suspension components corroded.

rear exhaust corroded.

Pass 15 Oct 2024 86,286 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 84,849 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 84,161 miles

Central and rear exhaust corroded

Fail 28 Jul 2022 84,160 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Central and rear exhaust corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2021 80,862 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 79,294 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 74,970 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 69,831 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 63,915 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 63,915 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2016 52,676 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Front wipers smearing

Nearside Rear tyre has nail in tread

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers & under trays fitted to vehicle

slight oil leak

Fail 13 May 2016 52,676 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Front wipers smearing

Nearside Rear tyre has nail in tread

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers & under trays fitted to vehicle

slight oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2014 40,767 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Nov 2014 40,765 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 31,273 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Sep 2012 22,532 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 17,974 miles

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)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 17,974 miles

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 22 Dec 2010 16,365 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 13,235 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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KS56 WTR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KS56 WTR, 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 KS56 WTR registered?

KS56 WTR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 January 2007.

Is KS56 WTR safe to buy?

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