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BK61 WVE

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

52,620 mi
Last recorded52,620 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK61 WVE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 52,620 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 50,953 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both lower spring mounts, rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 49,051 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 47,194 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 45,106 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 43,258 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s & o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 40,708 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 37,455 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 33,026 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 29,407 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 25,960 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3MM (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 21,813 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2014 17,120 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 17,120 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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 WVE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WVE, 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 BK61 WVE registered?

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

Is BK61 WVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK61 WVE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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