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BN61 JYF

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,899 mi
Last recorded33,899 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 JYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 33,899 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2024 32,335 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2024 32,335 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 30,810 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 28,795 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 27,248 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 25,561 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 25,560 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2020 24,662 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 23,326 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 21,920 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 20,876 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 20,875 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 19,725 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 14,166 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 13,331 miles

o/s/f tyre has cuts but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

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 JYF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BN61 JYF, 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

How do I check the history of BN61 JYF?

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What year was BN61 JYF registered?

BN61 JYF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 October 2011.

Is BN61 JYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 JYF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN61 JYF have outstanding finance?

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