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KV57 GHY

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,560 mi
Last recorded22,560 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV57 GHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 22,560 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded slight corrosion on coil spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing strong advise nsr and osr tyres cracking/perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 22,560 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded slight corrosion on coil spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing strong advise nsr and osr tyres cracking/perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 21,097 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper split but still clearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osr and nsr tyres cracking on inside not excessive (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted to os and nearside covering view of brake pipes and fuel pipes

Pass 1 Sep 2023 18,671 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light side mirror indicator (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 17,159 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 16,717 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 16,354 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 16,094 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 16,094 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 14,892 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 13,998 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 13,998 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 12,840 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 12,840 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 11,814 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 11,234 miles

Very slight play in N/S/F Drop link

Pass 28 Aug 2013 10,794 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 10,456 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2011 10,127 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 9,724 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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KV57 GHY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KV57 GHY, 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 KV57 GHY registered?

KV57 GHY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 September 2007.

Is KV57 GHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV57 GHY shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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