VOLKSWAGEN OY11ETU MOT History, Tax Status & Mileage

infoGeneral Information

Make	VOLKSWAGEN
Model	POLO
Colour	BLUE
Year of manufacture	2011
Fuel type	PETROL
Wheelplan	2 AXLE RIGID BODY
First registration	01 Mar 2011
Vehicle age	15 years
Type approval	M1
Date of last V5C issued	03 Jul 2026
Marked for export	No
Ownership stability	Unknown

local_gas_stationEngine & Fuel Consumption

Engine capacity	1,390 cc
Fuel type	PETROL
CO₂ emissions (official)	139 g/km
Fuel efficiency (est.)	~50 MPG
Environmental rating	2/10
ULEZ & Environmental Compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Est. annual fuel cost	~£1,736

assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT

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✓ Taxed Tax due: 01 Nov 2026

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✓ MOT Valid Expires: 18 May 2027

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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown

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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: OY11ETU

MOT Expires In

304

days (18 May 2027)

Tax Expires In

106

days (01 Nov 2026)

Registration	OY11ETU
MOT status	✓ Valid
MOT expiry date	18 May 2027
MOT days remaining	304 days
Tax status	Taxed
Tax due date	01 Nov 2026
Tax days remaining	106 days
V5C last issued	03 Jul 2026
Marked for export	No
ULEZ compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Service reminder	3338 miles in ~3 months

psychologyAI & Advanced Insights

AI Buyer Risk Indicator	cancelHigh Risk — Caution Recommended
Smart Buyer Recommendation	Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.
Vehicle Condition Rating	Very Poor
Vehicle Reliability Rating	0 / 10
MOT Failure Risk Prediction	95% (High Risk)
Estimated Next MOT Outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Pass / Fail Trend	Stable
vs. Class Average (72% pass rate)	Near class average
MOT History Score	20/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score	87/100 — High Risk
Data Confidence Score	95%
Vehicle Transparency Score	100/100
Vehicle Usage Pattern	Heavy / Long-Distance Use
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost	~£2,536 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost	~£1,736
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost	~£800
Future Repair & Defect Prediction	Tyres
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk	✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner Indicator	Not indicated
Est. Remaining Lifetime	~0 years (at current mileage rate)

summarizeAI Vehicle Summary

AI-Generated Summary VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2011), BLUE, PETROL, 1,390cc. Has completed 21 MOT tests, with a 62% pass rate (13 passed, 8 failed). Recorded 162,260 miles, averaging 13,351 miles/yr. 3 dangerous defects recorded across all tests. 37 advisory items recorded. Vehicle health score: 0/100 (Very Poor). Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.

historyMOT History Summary

MOT expiry date	2027-05-18
MOT pass rate	62%
Tests passed	13
Tests failed	8
Dangerous defects (total)	3
Major defects (total)	12
Minor defects (total)	9
Advisory items (total)	37
Pass / Fail trend	Stable
vs. UK class average	Near class average

fact_checkFull MOT History (21 Tests)

MOT #21 2026-05-19 18:08

Test number: 279678964114

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 May 2027

Odometer: 162,260 MI

Items: 1

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

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £60 – £180

MOT #20 2026-05-13 15:13

Test number: 962698694641

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 162,257 MI

Items: 3

Major Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front manifold (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Dangerous Front Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering both sides (6.1.1 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £240 – £980

MOT #19 2025-04-03 06:48

Test number: 607613321630

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 03 Apr 2026

Odometer: 159,361 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Minor Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £80 – £330

MOT #18 2024-04-03 16:29

Test number: 377940053925

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 03 Apr 2025

Odometer: 151,808 MI

Items: 7

Minor Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Exhaust - rear heat shield loose
Advisory Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Minor Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £400 – £1,760

MOT #17 2024-04-03 12:00

Test number: 587185109141

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 151,808 MI

Items: 11

Minor Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Exhaust - rear heat shield loose
Major Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Major Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
Major Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Minor Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £660 – £2,960

MOT #16 2023-03-31 09:14

Test number: 635084582384

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 03 Apr 2024

Odometer: 136,933 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Rear Heat shield loose
Advisory Exhaust - rear silencer deteriorated

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £130 – £700

MOT #15 2023-03-30 11:28

Test number: 964592651865

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 136,933 MI

Items: 8

Minor Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Rear Heat shield loose
Advisory Exhaust - rear silencer deteriorated
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Dangerous Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Major Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Major Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £550 – £2,010

MOT #14 2022-04-04 09:22

Test number: 451839162889

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 03 Apr 2023

Odometer: 121,938 MI

Items: 3

Advisory Exhaust - rear silencer deteriorated
Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory N/S front brake pads a lot lower than the O/S

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £275 – £1,070

MOT #13 2021-03-17 13:50

Test number: 215534090386

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Mar 2022

Odometer: 109,564 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Minor Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £130 – £500

MOT #12 2021-03-17 09:59

Test number: 901309916657

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 109,564 MI

Items: 8

Major Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Major Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Major Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
Major Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Minor Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Dangerous Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £560 – £2,360

MOT #11 2020-03-04 11:56

Test number: 421784040176

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 07 Mar 2021

Odometer: 100,567 MI

Items: 3

Minor Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory centre exhaust clamp heavily corroded
Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £180 – £950

MOT #10 2019-03-06 09:19

Test number: 294982360382

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 07 Mar 2020

Odometer: 88,064 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £50 – £300

MOT #9 2019-03-06 09:19

Test number: 320380845737

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 88,064 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £100 – £600

MOT #8 2018-03-08 14:38

Test number: 612584377346

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 07 Mar 2019

Odometer: 74,668 MI

Items: 3

Advisory Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory rear brakes squealing during test

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £160 – £780

MOT #7 2018-03-07 07:56

Test number: 360372866201

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 74,667 MI

Items: 7

Fail Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Fail Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Fail Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Fail Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
Advisory Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory rear brakes squealing during test

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £475 – £1,950

MOT #6 2017-03-06 14:38

Test number: 953209794710

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 07 Mar 2018

Odometer: 64,266 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #5 2017-03-06 11:18

Test number: 920526529851

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 64,263 MI

Items: 4

Fail Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Fail Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Fail Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
Fail Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £360 – £1,180

MOT #4 2016-03-08 09:31

Test number: 139566030803

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 07 Mar 2017

Odometer: 52,654 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £60 – £180

MOT #3 2016-03-07 10:09

Test number: 146300623632

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 52,649 MI

Items: 4

Fail Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Fail Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Fail Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Advisory Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £260 – £1,080

MOT #2 2015-02-27 10:27

Test number: 386958655041

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 26 Feb 2016

Odometer: 42,147 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £60 – £180

MOT #1 2014-03-24 11:00

Test number: 329303384083

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 30 Mar 2015

Odometer: 35,419 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

speedMileage Check

Odometer unit	miles
Mileage registrations	21
First registration	2014-03-24
Last registration	2026-05-19
Latest reading	162,260 miles
Annual avg (est.)	13,351 mi/yr
vs UK average	Above average
% of UK avg	188%
Mileage growth trend	Consistent use
Wear level	95% — Very High Wear
Odometer consistency	✓ Consistent

Registration #1	2014-03-24	35,419 miles
Registration #2	2015-02-27	42,147 miles
Registration #3	2016-03-07	52,649 miles
Registration #4	2016-03-08	52,654 miles
Registration #5	2017-03-06	64,263 miles
Registration #6	2017-03-06	64,266 miles
Registration #7	2018-03-07	74,667 miles
Registration #8	2018-03-08	74,668 miles
Registration #9	2019-03-06	88,064 miles
Registration #10	2019-03-06	88,064 miles
Registration #11	2020-03-04	100,567 miles
Registration #12	2021-03-17	109,564 miles
Registration #13	2021-03-17	109,564 miles
Registration #14	2022-04-04	121,938 miles
Registration #15	2023-03-30	136,933 miles
Registration #16	2023-03-31	136,933 miles
Registration #17	2024-04-03	151,808 miles
Registration #18	2024-04-03	151,808 miles
Registration #19	2025-04-03	159,361 miles
Registration #20	2026-05-13	162,257 miles
Registration #21	2026-05-19	162,260 miles

infoMileage shows a consistent upward trend — no anomalies suggesting odometer tampering.

list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories

⚠ Top Defects (Failures)
Exhaust System	×4
Ball Joint	×2
Tyres	×2
Shock Absorber	×2
Steering System	×1
ℹ Top Advisories
Tyres	×14
Exhaust System	×10
Lighting	×5
Suspension Bush	×2
Ball Joint	×2

handymanAI Maintenance Suggestions

arrow_forwardInspect brake pads, discs and calipers — recurring brake-related items noted.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread depth and condition; replacement may be needed.
arrow_forwardSuspension components (bushes, shocks, ball joints) should be inspected.
arrow_forwardAt 15 years old, a full service including timing belt/chain check is recommended.
arrow_forwardHigh mileage vehicle — check coolant system, gearbox oil, and driveshaft boots.

checklistMOT Preparation Advice

arrow_forwardHave brakes checked by a mechanic before the MOT.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread (min 1.6mm) and tyre pressures.
arrow_forwardCheck suspension and steering for play or noise.
arrow_forwardEnsure all lights are working (headlights, brake lights, indicators).
arrow_forwardCheck windscreen wipers and washer fluid.
arrow_forwardCheck for underbody corrosion on sills and chassis.

build_circleEstimated Repair Costs by Defect Severity

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Dangerous Defects

£220 – £760

3 defects found

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Major Defects

£930 – £3,900

12 defects found

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Minor Defects

£360 – £1,750

9 items found

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Advisory Items

£2,355 – £10,090

37 items noted

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All-Time Total Est.

£4,790 – £20,050

Across all MOT tests

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Latest MOT Est.

£60 – £180

Most recent test

info Cost estimates are indicative based on UK average repair prices for each defect type. Actual costs may vary by region, vehicle age, and garage. Always obtain multiple quotes.

trending_downEstimated Market Value & Depreciation

Est. Market Value

£600

Based on age, mileage & condition

Annual Depreciation

£81

~14% per year

Running Cost / yr

£2,536

Fuel + maintenance est.

Vehicle Age

years old

info Disclaimer: This valuation is an algorithmic estimate based on public DVLA/DVSA data (age, mileage, and MOT history). It does not account for specific trim levels, optional extras, physical condition, or service history. Always conduct your own market research before buying or selling a vehicle.