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KW56 BYR

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

122,440 mi
Last recorded122,440 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW56 BYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 122,440 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 122,092 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 119,490 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 113,882 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 101,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2021 101,684 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 91,518 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 80,010 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 70,820 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 60,911 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 53,121 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 41,031 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 29,574 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 25,961 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 23,431 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 20,646 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 17,526 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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KW56 BYR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KW56 BYR, 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.

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What year was KW56 BYR registered?

KW56 BYR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 January 2007.

Is KW56 BYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW56 BYR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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