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AO61 UWF

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,990 mi
Last recorded53,990 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO61 UWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 53,990 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting areas corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust outer casing corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2024 50,649 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH front arm rear bushes slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust outer casing corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2023 48,043 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres lightly cracked in outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2023 48,043 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit Battery loose in cradle, clamp not secure (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres lightly cracked in outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 44,471 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 41,350 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 38,897 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 36,653 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 33,706 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 30,781 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 25,916 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 21,393 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 17,686 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 17,686 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 UWF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UWF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO61 UWF registered?

AO61 UWF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is AO61 UWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO61 UWF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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