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KY57 TFU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

60,626 mi
Last recorded60,626 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY57 TFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 60,626 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 58,761 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 55,341 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 55,339 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2018 51,058 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 51,056 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 46,211 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 40,834 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 35,782 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 35,782 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 29,610 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 29,610 miles

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 25,403 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 25,403 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 21,825 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 18,367 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 15,593 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 TFU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 TFU, 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

How do I check the history of KY57 TFU?

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What year was KY57 TFU registered?

KY57 TFU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is KY57 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY57 TFU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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