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KY57 KZE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

105,003 mi
Last recorded105,003 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY57 KZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Sep 2023 105,003 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing around the joining sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both front (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 95,306 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 89,994 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust joint. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Indicator switch faulty stalk slightly loose/worn (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

bonnet release handle missing/broken

unable to test rear seats and belts due to vehicle fill with items

Pass 13 Aug 2020 78,261 miles

Fuel tank cap sealing device deteriorated but still maintaining proper sealing

Nearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre wearing on its edge

Fail 13 Aug 2020 78,261 miles

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

Fuel tank cap sealing device deteriorated but still maintaining proper sealing

Nearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre wearing on its edge

Pass 23 Aug 2019 75,005 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 70,865 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 70,848 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure clamp missing front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 58,264 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 56,444 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 55,110 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 48,662 miles

front exhaust pipe blowing slightly

Pass 21 Aug 2013 42,642 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Aug 2013 42,637 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2012 35,673 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 35,673 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 30,855 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 24,427 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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KY57 KZE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KY57 KZE, 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 KY57 KZE registered?

KY57 KZE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 September 2007.

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