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HG61 LHF

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

66,332 mi
Last recorded66,332 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG61 LHF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 66,332 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2026 66,332 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 58,295 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 53,994 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 52,486 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 48,311 miles

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

Rear bumper damaged no sharp edges

Fail 5 Oct 2022 48,311 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear bumper damaged no sharp edges

Pass 30 Sep 2021 42,986 miles

Offside Rear axel bush slightly perished

Pass 9 Oct 2020 38,301 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 33,022 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 25,204 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 18,424 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 10,525 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 9,848 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 7,758 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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HG61 LHF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Orange with a 1,198cc 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 HG61 LHF, 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 HG61 LHF registered?

HG61 LHF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 November 2011.

Is HG61 LHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG61 LHF 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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