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KV57 ZFM

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

57,323 mi
Last recorded57,323 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV57 ZFM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 57,323 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 56,354 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2025 56,354 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished excessively (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 55,118 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 53,786 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 51,747 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2021 49,449 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 47,318 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump gasket leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2020 47,318 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush internal bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump gasket leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 44,466 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 41,598 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 38,514 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both rear tyres deteriorated 185/60/14

Fail 6 Jan 2017 38,435 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both rear tyres deteriorated 185/60/14

Pass 12 Jan 2016 34,862 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 30,714 miles

Both rear tyres perishing slightly

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Unable to check N/S/R & O/S/R seatbelts because child seat fitted.

Pass 14 Dec 2013 26,696 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 23,287 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 19,374 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 14,966 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 14,165 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 ZFM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ZFM, 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 ZFM registered?

KV57 ZFM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is KV57 ZFM safe to buy?

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