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HY61 HZX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

111,993 mi
Last recorded111,993 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY61 HZX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 111,993 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight surface corrosion underside of vehicle.

Pass 30 Jun 2025 103,157 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight surface corrosion underside of vehicle.

Pass 28 Jun 2024 94,581 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2023 84,624 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 1 Jul 2022 77,111 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 71,773 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 65,578 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 56,318 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 56,307 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 51,103 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 44,411 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 39,571 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 33,330 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 26,253 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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HY61 HZX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HY61 HZX, 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 HY61 HZX registered?

HY61 HZX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2011.

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