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BG61 ONC

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,454 mi
Last recorded38,454 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 ONC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 38,454 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 35,233 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 31,936 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 30,251 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2023 30,251 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 27,076 miles

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

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

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 27 Nov 2021 23,135 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 19,393 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 15,464 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 10,503 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 7,821 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 7,701 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 7,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 7,477 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 7,016 miles

radiator leaking.

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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BG61 ONC is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BG61 ONC, 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 BG61 ONC registered?

BG61 ONC is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 November 2011.

Is BG61 ONC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 ONC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG61 ONC have outstanding finance?

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