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KV57 KPR

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

117,487 mi
Last recorded117,487 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV57 KPR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 117,487 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 115,104 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Windscreen scuffed (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2024 115,101 miles

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

Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view Glass scuffed (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 112,745 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Sep 2022 107,985 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Sep 2022 107,945 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Sep 2021 102,170 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 97,317 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 97,262 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2019 93,293 miles

Park brake only just met minimum requirements

Fail 14 Dec 2019 93,293 miles

Park brake only just met minimum requirements

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 84,458 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 84,458 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 70,388 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 70,387 miles

Offside Front Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 61,666 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 61,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 54,110 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS ARE CORRODED

WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADES ARE WORN

Pass 30 Jul 2015 54,110 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS ARE CORRODED

WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADES ARE WORN

Fail 21 Jul 2014 46,326 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing unevenly,approaching limit and tread starting to split

front brake discs slightly worn

n/s/r tyre tread starting to split slightly

o/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy in operation

Pass 21 Jul 2014 46,326 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing unevenly,approaching limit and tread starting to split

front brake discs slightly worn

n/s/r tyre tread starting to split slightly

o/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy in operation

Pass 27 Jul 2013 39,739 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 37,060 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2012 30,387 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 22,272 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 21,771 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 KPR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KPR, 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 KPR registered?

KV57 KPR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 October 2007.

Is KV57 KPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV57 KPR shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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