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HV61 NKN

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,097 mi
Last recorded112,097 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV61 NKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2025 112,097 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 103,120 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 94,226 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 87,079 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 79,770 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 74,526 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 69,123 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 60,741 miles

front brake pads are starting to get low.

offside rear tyre has worn to 3mm

Pass 19 Aug 2017 54,291 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 48,090 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Plastic trims fitted to outer sills. Unable to fully inspect .

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres edges worn

Pass 22 Aug 2015 38,187 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Plastic trims fitted to outter sills. Unable to fully inspect .

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2014 28,552 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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HV61 NKN is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HV61 NKN, 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 HV61 NKN registered?

HV61 NKN is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 September 2011.

Is HV61 NKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV61 NKN shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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