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KS56 WVW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

62,944 mi
Last recorded62,944 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS56 WVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 62,944 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 61,533 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 60,157 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 58,303 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 56,586 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 54,865 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 54,726 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 54,332 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 53,901 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 53,392 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 75% worn (3.5.1g)

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

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 53,050 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 53,050 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 52,262 miles

Both front wipers smearing.

Both number plate lights a bit dim.

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

Nearside side repeater damaged but working.

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

Offside door mirror glass cracked.

Rear number plate starting to delaminate.

Rear wiper blade worn.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2014 51,087 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

nearside mirror glass missing

Pass 22 Jun 2013 49,990 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 48,795 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 34,082 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 25,672 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 WVW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WVW, 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 WVW registered?

KS56 WVW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 January 2007.

Is KS56 WVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS56 WVW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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