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KV07 TYD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

137,622 mi
Last recorded137,622 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV07 TYD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 137,622 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 137,616 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2025 131,456 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jul 2025 131,456 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 126,463 miles

Front windscreen wipers smear the screen.

OS mirror damaged.

Reverse light not working.

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower wishbones, inner rear bush perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both track rod end gaiters perished. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2024 126,463 miles

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

Offside Direction indicator not working Mirror repeater. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front windscreen wipers smear the screen.

Headlamp lenses foggy.

OS mirror damaged.

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Reverse light not working.

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower wishbones, inner rear bush perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both track rod end gaiters perished. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 123,474 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 123,474 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 114,947 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 103,957 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 93,445 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 84,565 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 74,574 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2018 74,573 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 64,089 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

engine management light on

Pass 8 Aug 2016 56,715 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 54,705 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 52,110 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2013 41,458 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 31,586 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 22,854 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 13,985 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 12,173 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 TYD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 TYD, 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 TYD registered?

KV07 TYD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 March 2007.

Is KV07 TYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV07 TYD shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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