2011 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · BF61 FLW
2011 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 05 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 77,513 miles. MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,513 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BF61 FLW Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/04/2026
- 77,513 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BF61 FLW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volkswagen Polo (BF61 FLW) between August 2014 and April 2026.
The record contains 14 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Fuel system component leaking fuel filter area. Strong smell of fuel and fuel dripping from filter, (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
BF61 FLW Mileage History
- 12/08/201426,533 mi
- 24/08/201534,555 mi+8,022 mi
- 27/05/201639,026 mi+4,471 mi
- 17/05/201745,134 mi+6,108 mi
- 10/05/201851,738 mi+6,604 mi
- 15/05/201957,627 mi+5,889 mi
- 15/05/201957,627 mi
- 11/09/201958,976 mi+1,349 mi
- 13/08/202062,458 mi+3,482 mi
- 25/08/202165,872 mi+3,414 mi
- 06/09/202268,750 mi+2,878 mi
- 11/09/202371,254 mi+2,504 mi
- 21/08/202474,036 mi+2,782 mi
- 21/08/202474,039 mi+3 mi
- 02/09/202576,749 mi+2,710 mi
- 24/04/202677,513 mi+764 mi
Average of roughly 4,358 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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