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KY57 OXK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,004 mi
Last recorded96,004 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY57 OXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 96,004 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 95,646 miles

Exhaust rear silencer outer skin deteriorated. No leak of exhaust gases.

Pass 10 Feb 2024 95,159 miles

Exhaust Tailbox outer skin corroded. No leakage of exhaust gases

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Feb 2024 95,159 miles

Exhaust Tailbox outer skin corroded. No leakage of exhaust gases

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 94,535 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Under trays fitted obscuring some components underneath the vehicle

Fail 10 Jan 2023 94,534 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted obscuring some components underneath the vehicle

Pass 15 Jan 2022 93,108 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Slight imbalance across rear axle. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective One clamp of two broken. Exhaust secure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 90,149 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from drivers view

Tyre obviously under inflated ALL put to 2.6 and 2.4 Bar..NOT PSI (5.2.3 (l))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 90,153 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from drivers view

Tyre obviously under inflated ALL put to 2.6 and 2.4 Bar..NOT PSI (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 86,609 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 79,446 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 71,130 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 56,489 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 54,129 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 46,067 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Nov 2012 37,679 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Nov 2011 29,188 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 19,950 miles

small cuts in nearside front tyre.[outer sidewall] not showing canvas at time of test.

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 OXK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KY57 OXK, 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 KY57 OXK registered?

KY57 OXK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 December 2007.

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