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KW07 PHK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

141,990 mi
Last recorded141,990 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW07 PHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 141,990 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2026 141,990 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 137,490 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2025 137,490 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 132,583 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2023 126,116 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 119,504 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2022 119,504 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 113,000 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 108,399 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2020 108,399 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 100,279 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 100,278 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 93,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 87,498 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 87,498 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 81,407 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 81,407 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 75,380 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jan 2015 75,380 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 70,807 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2013 57,954 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jul 2013 57,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 May 2012 30,652 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2012 30,652 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 21,777 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 21,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 17,248 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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KW07 PHK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 KW07 PHK, 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 KW07 PHK registered?

KW07 PHK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 July 2007.

Is KW07 PHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW07 PHK shows 28 tests with a 60.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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