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EK61 YLD

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

146,387 mi
Last recorded146,387 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK61 YLD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 146,387 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Body component slightly loose Headlamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 132,630 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 120,661 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 120,661 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 105,388 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 97,643 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 79,644 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 69,550 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 55,039 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 55,039 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2018 44,118 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 31,996 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 31,645 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 26,422 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 18,680 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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EK61 YLD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,197cc 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 EK61 YLD, 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 EK61 YLD registered?

EK61 YLD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 October 2011.

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