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KV07 RWL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

76,595 mi
Last recorded76,595 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV07 RWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 76,595 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured X2 (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 75,629 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured NS+OS (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1856014 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 74,445 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2024 74,445 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2023 72,065 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 68,522 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured X2 (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 64,730 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 61,050 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2020 61,050 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 55,654 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 51,046 miles

Front Wipers smearing but clearing screen sufficiently.

Offside Rear Brake binding slightly; no significant effort recorded on rbt.

Fail 22 Mar 2018 51,046 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both. (1.8)

Front Wipers smearing but clearing screen sufficiently.

Offside Rear Brake binding slightly; no significant effort recorded on rbt.

Pass 16 Mar 2017 45,459 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 37,902 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 30,714 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 24,007 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 12 Mar 2013 20,209 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 20,209 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 17,872 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 17,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 14,907 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 10,647 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 RWL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 KV07 RWL, 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 RWL registered?

KV07 RWL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 March 2007.

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The MOT history for KV07 RWL shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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