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KU57 DXS

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

151,313 mi
Last recorded151,313 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU57 DXS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2022 151,313 miles

slight corrosion to both outer sills

slight play in both bottom arm rear bushes

Pass 13 Sep 2021 136,720 miles

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

exhaust outer skin corroded

slight corrosion to both outer sills

Fail 13 Sep 2021 136,720 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

exhaust outer skin corroded

slight corrosion to both outer sills

Pass 7 Sep 2020 128,287 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

rear exhaust box outer casing deteriorating

Pass 23 Aug 2019 113,956 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 94,283 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 74,663 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 55,342 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 55,342 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 49,648 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2014 43,443 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 36,431 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 36,427 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 30,719 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 23,750 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 17,180 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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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KU57 DXS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KU57 DXS, 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 KU57 DXS registered?

KU57 DXS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 September 2007.

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The MOT history for KU57 DXS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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