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DN61 ODP

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

57,509 mi
Last recorded57,509 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN61 ODP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 57,509 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 15 Jul 2026 57,494 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Rear Brake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning device has operated (or gauge shows an unsafe reading) Both sides (1.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 57,031 miles

Service brake binding but not excessively All (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 56,711 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 56,251 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 55,643 miles

Service brake binding but not excessively Both Rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 54,938 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 54,238 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Jul 2020 54,222 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 53,378 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 52,462 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 48,357 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 48,357 miles

Fuel system component leaking Filter (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Coolant Below Minimum

Pass 9 Dec 2016 40,003 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 32,806 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 26,706 miles

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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DN61 ODP is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver 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 DN61 ODP, 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 DN61 ODP registered?

DN61 ODP is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 December 2011.

Is DN61 ODP safe to buy?

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