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KT57 SCX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,095 mi
Last recorded79,095 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT57 SCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2021 79,095 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 79,052 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit fail smoke test /emissions (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced o/s/f head light has no patton (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front both front indecators showing white light

Pass 19 Oct 2020 75,379 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 91,683 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 72,506 miles

Front both brake discs corroded

Rear both sides shock absorber shrouds insecure

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroding off

Fail 8 Oct 2019 72,506 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front both brake discs corroded

Rear both sides shock absorber shrouds insecure

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroding off

Pass 16 Oct 2018 67,916 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 67,916 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 61,096 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 61,058 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 60,869 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 60,227 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 59,316 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 54,284 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 54,284 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)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 46,968 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 40,664 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 28,673 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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KT57 SCX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 KT57 SCX, 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 KT57 SCX registered?

KT57 SCX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is KT57 SCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT57 SCX shows 18 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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