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KU07 HFW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

74,056 mi
Last recorded74,056 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU07 HFW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 74,056 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 70,849 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack gaitor (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm worn inner edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))

reverse lamp not working

suspension corroded

Fail 24 Jun 2025 70,843 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack gaitor (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm worn inner edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))

reverse lamp not working

suspension corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2024 66,903 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre cracking as well

reverse lights inoperative

suspension corroded

Fail 25 Jun 2024 66,898 miles

Central Exhaust silencer insecure clamp broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre cracking as well

reverse lights inoperative

suspension corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2023 62,284 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

suspension corroded

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 26 Apr 2022 57,744 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 15 Apr 2021 53,645 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 6 Apr 2020 51,177 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Apr 2020 51,172 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed within cracks cord seen 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 43,602 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 38,489 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 37,891 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 37,569 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 37,150 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 35,293 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 31,643 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 27,904 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 24,112 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 19,899 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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KU07 HFW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 KU07 HFW, 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 KU07 HFW?

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What year was KU07 HFW registered?

KU07 HFW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 March 2007.

Is KU07 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU07 HFW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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