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AO61 HFW

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,166 mi
Last recorded58,166 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO61 HFW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 58,166 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Outer sill corroded

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

Fail 21 Jul 2026 58,166 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Outer Body component corroded and likely to cause injury sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outer sill corroded

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

Pass 26 Jul 2025 56,339 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 54,885 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2024 54,885 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 53,520 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 52,426 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 50,700 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 46,335 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 42,029 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 39,488 miles

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

Rear nearside and offside tyres cracking outer sidewall

Pass 19 Jul 2017 37,097 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 34,996 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 34,996 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 33,811 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 29,038 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 29,038 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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AO61 HFW is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 56,846 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 AO61 HFW, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AO61 HFW registered?

AO61 HFW is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 October 2011.

Is AO61 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO61 HFW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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