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BK61 KUG

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,829 mi
Last recorded39,829 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK61 KUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 39,829 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2025 37,065 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension arms - rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tires - cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 34,549 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 33,034 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 33,031 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2021 30,978 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 30,045 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 28,360 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 23,792 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 18,957 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 17,192 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 14,768 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 11,141 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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BK61 KUG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BK61 KUG, 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 BK61 KUG registered?

BK61 KUG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is BK61 KUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK61 KUG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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