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BJ61 XBR

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

64,575 mi
Last recorded64,575 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 XBR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 64,575 miles

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

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

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

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

front exhaust flexi deteriorated and blowing slightly

rear exhaust box corroded as marked

Pass 3 Feb 2025 63,793 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Starting to de-bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 63,080 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 62,148 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 61,248 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 60,479 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 60,479 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 59,455 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 57,866 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 56,673 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 48,072 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 38,990 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 30,323 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 20,933 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 20,933 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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BJ61 XBR is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc 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 BJ61 XBR, 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.

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What year was BJ61 XBR registered?

BJ61 XBR is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is BJ61 XBR safe to buy?

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