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CV61 TWX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,787 mi
Last recorded71,787 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV61 TWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 71,787 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2025 71,787 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 69,872 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 67,376 miles

fault for sensor cleared only.if engine light comes back on must be further investigated.

Fail 24 Oct 2023 67,376 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

fault for sensor cleared only.if engine light comes back on must be further investigated.

Pass 21 Oct 2022 65,117 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 62,281 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 60,857 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 58,335 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Sep 2018 54,003 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracked and perrished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracked and perrished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracked and perrished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracked and perrished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 49,817 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking in tread.

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre cracking in tread.

Under trays fitted covering testable items.

Pass 24 Aug 2016 44,187 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 26 Aug 2015 39,617 miles

Rear tyres cracking.

Pass 3 Sep 2014 34,909 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 34,909 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

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 TWX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TWX, 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 CV61 TWX registered?

CV61 TWX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 September 2011.

Is CV61 TWX safe to buy?

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