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EO61 TEY

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

46,989 mi
Last recorded46,989 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO61 TEY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 46,989 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

exhaust corroded

Fail 12 May 2026 46,990 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner edge (bald) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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))

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 14 May 2025 45,453 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2024 40,297 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2023 38,521 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 36,400 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 33,030 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 29,739 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 26,246 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 26,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 22,923 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 18,460 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 18,460 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 15,148 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 10,366 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 10,366 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 4,059 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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EO61 TEY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EO61 TEY, 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

How do I check the history of EO61 TEY?

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What year was EO61 TEY registered?

EO61 TEY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 November 2011.

Is EO61 TEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO61 TEY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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