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2011 Volkswagen Polo S 60 1.2L Petrol · VJZ 3031

VJZ 3031

2011 Volkswagen Polo S 60 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/08/2011. Recorded mileage 103,569 miles. MOT valid until 09/10/2026. Taxed until 01/08/2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN POLO S 60
Year / Origin
2011 · Worcester
MOT Status
Valid until 09/10/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/08/2026)
Recorded Mileage
103,569 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09/10/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/08/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2011
Engine
1198cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle demonstrates a stable roadworthiness profile, with the most recent MOT on 2025-10-11 at 103,569 miles recording a pass and no defects. Previous tests from 2024-08-08, 2023-04-14, and 2022-03-11 also passed without issues, indicating consistent maintenance. The single failed test on 2023-04-01 at 92,497 miles is notable but recorded as having no defects, suggesting either a procedural error or a minor non-critical issue resolved before subsequent passes. No recurring mechanical faults or escalating risks are evident in the history. Mileage progression aligns with typical usage for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging 6,905 miles annually. The gap between the 2023-04-14 test (92,702 miles) and 2024-08-08 test (99,412 miles) reflects a 6,710-mile increase over 16 months, while the 2024-08-08 to 2025-10-11 interval shows 4,157 miles over 14 months. These increments suggest steady, moderate usage without abrupt spikes that might indicate excessive wear. The MOT record lacks gaps longer than 14 months, implying regular compliance with testing requirements. A buyer should verify the condition of suspension components, such as bushes and coil springs, which degrade over time, and inspect brake discs and calipers for uneven wear or corrosion, as these are common age-related concerns. The 2023-04-01 failure, though unexplained in the record, warrants scrutiny of the vehicle’s exhaust system and emissions controls, as these can develop issues unnoticed in passing tests. Structural integrity and body corrosion should also be assessed, particularly around wheel arches and underbody panels, given the vehicle’s age and mileage.

VJZ 3031 Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/10/2025
  • 103,569 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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VJZ 3031 Mileage History

  1. 11/03/202287,327 mi
  2. 01/04/202392,497 mi+5,170 mi
  3. 14/04/202392,702 mi+205 mi
  4. 08/08/202499,412 mi+6,710 mi
  5. 11/10/2025103,569 mi+4,157 mi

Average of roughly 4,529 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VJZ 3031 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Jul 2026, 10:55
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volkswagen Polo S 60 (VJZ 3031) between March 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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Buying Score
78/100
Risk Level
Low
Low
Est. Annual Cost
£900-£1,100
Mileage
At 103,569 miles for a 14-year-old car, ...

Our Verdict

This is a reasonable buy for a budget petrol hatchback, with a largely clean MOT record and steady annual mileage. The only caution is a single MOT failure in April 2023 that was quickly retested and passed days later with no defects listed.

When viewing this car, ask the seller for the reason behind the 1 April 2023 MOT failure and the 14 April 2023 pass with no defects recorded — it may have been an administrative issue or a minor fault corrected between tests, but confirmation is worthwhile. Check for a full service history to support the consistent ~5,000–7,000 mile annual usage seen between tests, as this suggests regular use rather than neglect.

The 1198cc petrol engine in this Polo is among the cheaper VW units to run, with modest fuel consumption and low road tax for an 11-year-old hatchback. Insurance groups for the base S 60 trim are typically low, keeping premiums affordable for new or younger drivers.

Focus on the areas that would normally appear in an MOT: tyres, brakes, suspension, and emissions, even though the last four tests recorded no defects. The April 2023 failure with no defects listed is unusual, so verify with the seller whether any work was carried out and request paperwork. As a 2011 black petrol Polo, check paint condition for sun fade or stone chips and confirm the 1.2 engine starts cleanly with no warning lights.

The 2011 Volkswagen Polo S 60 (registration VJZ3031) is a black 1.2-litre petrol model first registered in August 2011 and now showing 103,569 miles on its latest 2025 MOT. MOT history shows passes in 2022, 2023 (after a quick retest), 2024, and 2025, all with no defects recorded. With no aggregate model reliability data available, the assessment rests on the individual history, which is reassuring apart from the one anomaly in early 2023.

No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Volkswagen Polo S 60, so this assessment relies solely on the individual vehicle's test history.

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