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KY07 JFJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

251,163 mi
Last recorded251,163 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY07 JFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 251,163 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 May 2019 251,163 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Mar 2018 245,993 miles

rear shocker cover loose

Pass 4 Apr 2017 236,092 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both rear shocker covers off

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Apr 2014 234,638 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 169,976 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Mar 2012 107,612 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 107,612 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 72,543 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 50,083 miles

Handbrake lever has slight excess travel

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

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

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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KY07 JFJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KY07 JFJ, 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 KY07 JFJ registered?

KY07 JFJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 March 2007.

Is KY07 JFJ safe to buy?

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