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DU61 OXV

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

84,235 mi
Last recorded84,235 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU61 OXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 84,235 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2025 80,458 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

both steering rack/joints have slight play

Fail 4 Mar 2025 80,452 miles

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

both steering rack/joints have slight play

Pass 7 Feb 2024 72,486 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 67,904 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 60,725 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 55,125 miles

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 50,507 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 44,666 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 38,756 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 35,202 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 35,183 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 22,837 miles

nearside front tyre outer edge worn & perished

Pass 17 Aug 2015 6,772 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 5,604 miles

All four tyres have slight age related cracks in the tread.

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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DU61 OXV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DU61 OXV, 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 DU61 OXV registered?

DU61 OXV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is DU61 OXV safe to buy?

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