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KS56 WUT

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

103,699 mi
Last recorded103,699 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS56 WUT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 103,699 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 98,975 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2024 92,709 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 85,930 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 80,029 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 74,363 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 74,362 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2020 71,259 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 66,020 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2018 61,424 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 61,422 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2017 54,506 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 54,505 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 49,301 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 49,300 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2015 43,854 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Feb 2014 38,644 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jan 2013 34,628 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 34,628 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 30,616 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 30,616 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 25,518 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 17,544 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 WUT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 WUT, 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

How do I check the history of KS56 WUT?

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What year was KS56 WUT registered?

KS56 WUT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 February 2007.

Is KS56 WUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS56 WUT shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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