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AV61 PZS

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,435 mi
Last recorded68,435 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 PZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 68,435 miles

Coil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 60,846 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 60,655 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 55,423 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 52,201 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 50,941 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 46,954 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 42,221 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall and tread perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 35,940 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight seepage (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight seepage (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Sep 2018 35,940 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure has finger bulge on inner wall (NOT A SEAM) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight seepage (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight seepage (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2018 34,893 miles

Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 28 Oct 2016 31,723 miles

N/S &O/S FRONT TYRES WORN INNER EDGE

Pass 29 Oct 2015 20,398 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 9,217 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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AV61 PZS 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 AV61 PZS, 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 AV61 PZS?

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What year was AV61 PZS registered?

AV61 PZS is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is AV61 PZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 PZS 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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