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BF61 EDK

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

43,364 mi
Last recorded43,364 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF61 EDK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 43,364 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil offside and nearside (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2025 41,867 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil offside and nearside (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 40,007 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (185/60/15) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 38,066 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 35,532 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 33,583 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 31,403 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 29,333 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 27,057 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 24,946 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 24,946 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 22,637 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 22,637 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 19,508 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 15,365 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2014 15,365 miles

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

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

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

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

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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BF61 EDK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BF61 EDK, 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 BF61 EDK?

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What year was BF61 EDK registered?

BF61 EDK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is BF61 EDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF61 EDK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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