2011 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · AO61 LLE
2011 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 12 Oct 2011. Recorded mileage 35,386 miles. MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 35,386 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AO61 LLE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/09/2026
- 35,386 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AO61 LLE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volkswagen Polo (AO61 LLE) between August 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AO61 LLE Mileage History
- 31/08/202225,076 mi
- 30/08/202328,418 mi+3,342 mi
- 02/09/202430,411 mi+1,993 mi
- 08/09/202533,290 mi+2,879 mi
- 07/09/202635,386 mi+2,096 mi
Average of roughly 2,566 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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