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CH61 BAB

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,127 mi
Last recorded48,127 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCH61 BAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 48,127 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge's (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge's (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2025 48,125 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge's (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge's (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 43,419 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 40,949 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both NS and OS. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both NS and OS. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 38,702 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both NS and OS. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 35,921 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 33,424 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 31,091 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 26,061 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 21,814 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 15,842 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 12,675 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 9,535 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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CH61 BAB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red 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 CH61 BAB, 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 CH61 BAB registered?

CH61 BAB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is CH61 BAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CH61 BAB 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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