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DX61 MZV

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,044 mi
Last recorded70,044 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX61 MZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 70,044 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2025 69,818 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits as per print out (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 61,858 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 57,128 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 53,817 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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DX61 MZV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 DX61 MZV, 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 DX61 MZV registered?

DX61 MZV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is DX61 MZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX61 MZV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX61 MZV have outstanding finance?

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