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HN61 KYP

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,760 mi
Last recorded98,760 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN61 KYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 98,760 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2025 98,760 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 0mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 0mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 90,982 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2024 90,980 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

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))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 83,244 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2023 83,244 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 78,819 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 74,271 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 74,271 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 67,491 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 62,149 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 55,098 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 44,969 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 33,983 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 26,682 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 15,564 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 KYP is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HN61 KYP, 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 KYP registered?

HN61 KYP is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 December 2011.

Is HN61 KYP safe to buy?

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