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AU61 VYG

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,091 mi
Last recorded39,091 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

RegistrationAU61 VYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 39,091 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2024 37,410 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 36,239 miles

o/s/r shock damp

rear number plate faded

Pass 10 Oct 2022 35,278 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 35,278 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 34,410 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 34,410 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 33,661 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 32,284 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 29,649 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 25,983 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 22,726 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 17,834 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 12,768 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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AU61 VYG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol 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 AU61 VYG, 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

How do I check the history of AU61 VYG?

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What year was AU61 VYG registered?

AU61 VYG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 October 2011.

Is AU61 VYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU61 VYG 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.

Does AU61 VYG have outstanding finance?

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