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KW07 XMG

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

58,010 mi
Last recorded58,010 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW07 XMG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 58,010 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2025 57,270 miles

Airbag light flickered on and then removed from view

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 56,461 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 53,442 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2022 51,687 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 49,816 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 49,092 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 48,193 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 41,453 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2018 41,453 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working missing on mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour both side (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 32,505 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Mar 2017 226,101 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 21,537 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 20,018 miles

N/s/f tyre low on thread

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 20,018 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

N/s/f tyre low on thread

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 17,876 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 15,956 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 15,956 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 14,074 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 12,185 miles

offside front tyre wearing inner edge and close to wear bars

Fail 1 Jul 2011 12,184 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 10,238 miles

Hedge hog spines in offside front tyre.

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 XMG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 KW07 XMG, 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 XMG registered?

KW07 XMG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 2 July 2007.

Is KW07 XMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW07 XMG shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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