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KV07 KYP

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

82,594 mi
Last recorded82,594 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV07 KYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2025 82,594 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 79,886 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 76,273 miles

rear tyres wearing low on outer edges

Pass 3 Dec 2022 73,794 miles

both outer drive shaft gators leaking grease

front tyres worn low on outer edges

rear tyres perished

slight play in o/s/f anti-roll bar link rod

Fail 3 Dec 2022 73,794 miles

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

both outer drive shaft gators leaking grease

front tyres worn low on outer edges

rear tyres perished

Pass 21 Dec 2021 69,866 miles

both outer drive shaft gators perished

Pass 9 Dec 2020 66,239 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

reverse lamp inop

Pass 18 Dec 2019 64,366 miles

o/s outer c.v. gator perished

Pass 6 Dec 2018 59,831 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 59,831 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 55,434 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 52,070 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2015 48,072 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 44,620 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 40,774 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 40,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 37,442 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 37,442 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 29,101 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 18,796 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 11,012 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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KV07 KYP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KV07 KYP, 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 KV07 KYP registered?

KV07 KYP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is KV07 KYP safe to buy?

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