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KX07 DTS

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

138,171 mi
Last recorded138,171 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX07 DTS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2022 138,171 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 138,171 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 134,943 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 134,942 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 127,010 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 127,010 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 116,037 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 99,457 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2018 99,457 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2017 113,159 miles

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

under trays fitted obscuring some items

Fail 5 Aug 2017 113,159 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 2 Aug 2016 99,164 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 99,164 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 87,011 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 77,024 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 77,024 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 68,670 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 56,681 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 47,894 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 34,932 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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KX07 DTS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 KX07 DTS, 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 KX07 DTS registered?

KX07 DTS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 July 2007.

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