2011 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · ML61 DXT
2011 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 92,310 miles. MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,310 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ML61 DXT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2025
- 92,310 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ML61 DXT 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 (ML61 DXT) between August 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 October 2025 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: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))”.
ML61 DXT Mileage History
- 17/08/202386,531 mi
- 14/10/202487,679 mi+1,148 mi
- 14/10/202487,679 mi
- 11/10/202592,168 mi+4,489 mi
- 17/10/202592,310 mi+142 mi
Average of roughly 2,665 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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