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KV57 XUG

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

58,645 mi
Last recorded58,645 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV57 XUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 58,645 miles

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 57,255 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 56,059 miles

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Oct 2023 56,059 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 54,207 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 54,207 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 52,867 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 52,867 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 51,540 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2020 51,540 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2019 50,588 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 50,588 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 48,971 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 48,971 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 47,067 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 47,067 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 28 Oct 2016 42,604 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 38,640 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 38,640 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 35,807 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 32,323 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2013 32,323 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 29,259 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 21,900 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 17,977 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 XUG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 XUG, 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 XUG registered?

KV57 XUG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 November 2007.

Is KV57 XUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV57 XUG shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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