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BN61 HNA

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,003 mi
Last recorded94,003 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 HNA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 94,003 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 84,849 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2024 84,849 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 66,683 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 66,683 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 57,428 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 55,234 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 50,748 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 47,846 miles

unable to test n/s/r seat belt due to baby seat

Fail 23 Oct 2019 47,846 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

unable to test n/s/r seat belt due to baby seat

Pass 22 Oct 2018 44,296 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Oct 2017 37,400 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2017 37,400 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 29,160 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 22,522 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 14,349 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BN61 HNA is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN61 HNA, 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 BN61 HNA registered?

BN61 HNA is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 October 2011.

Is BN61 HNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 HNA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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