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CV61 RXW

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,733 mi
Last recorded26,733 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV61 RXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 26,733 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres are cracking in the treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre is starting to crack on the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 25,742 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front Tyres Are Starting To cracking In The treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Nov 2024 25,742 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front Tyres Are Starting To cracking In The treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 25,025 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 24,489 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 23,942 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 23,283 miles

Drivers mirror has now been taped together to keep it secure

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 23,283 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 21,970 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 19,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2018 19,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 15,017 miles

Nearside Front tyre not showing cord

tray and engine cover fitted

Fail 1 Nov 2017 15,017 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyre not showing cord

tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2016 12,454 miles

tray's fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2015 11,053 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 9,828 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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CV61 RXW 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 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 CV61 RXW, 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 CV61 RXW registered?

CV61 RXW is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 2 November 2011.

Is CV61 RXW safe to buy?

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