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DY61 XPD

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,916 mi
Last recorded42,916 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY61 XPD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 42,916 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 41,405 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 39,952 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 38,580 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 37,208 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 37,205 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 35,984 miles

Rear tyres cracking

Fail 14 Jun 2021 35,984 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 17 Jun 2020 35,037 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 34,132 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 32,982 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 31,807 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 30,625 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 29,293 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 21,925 miles

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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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DY61 XPD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black 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 DY61 XPD, 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 DY61 XPD registered?

DY61 XPD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 October 2011.

Is DY61 XPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY61 XPD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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