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HN61 KXY

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

62,640 mi
Last recorded62,640 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN61 KXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 62,640 miles

both front tyres wearing low close to wear bars

under tray

Fail 18 Dec 2025 62,640 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

both front tyres wearing low close to wear bars

under tray

Pass 23 Dec 2024 59,382 miles

front bumper damaged

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2023 55,865 miles

under tray fittred

Fail 23 Nov 2023 55,865 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

under tray fittred

Pass 19 Dec 2022 53,207 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 51,175 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 49,407 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 49,407 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 46,616 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 40,466 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 40,466 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 33,609 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 33,606 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 26,362 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 20,875 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 15,353 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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HN61 KXY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HN61 KXY, 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 HN61 KXY registered?

HN61 KXY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is HN61 KXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN61 KXY shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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