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HG61 PCZ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,405 mi
Last recorded82,405 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG61 PCZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 82,405 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2025 79,198 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 75,801 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 75,801 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively NSF- OSF (3.4 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak

Pass 21 Aug 2023 72,912 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 69,836 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 65,280 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 65,280 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 62,786 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 59,201 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 53,971 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 50,379 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread is on 3mm.

Offside Rear Tyre tread is on 3mm.

Pass 15 Aug 2016 44,939 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 44,938 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2015 38,973 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 32,631 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 PCZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PCZ, 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 HG61 PCZ registered?

HG61 PCZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 December 2011.

Is HG61 PCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG61 PCZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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