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DF60 FYC

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

118,013 mi
Last recorded118,013 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF60 FYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 118,013 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Various areas of surface corrosion

Fail 13 Jul 2026 118,013 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Various areas of surface corrosion

Pass 27 Feb 2025 113,968 miles

Both track rod end rubbers split but stopping dirt ingress

Coverings over light lenses reducing light output

Nearside CV boot has small cut

Fail 27 Feb 2025 113,968 miles

Both track rod end rubbers split but stopping dirt ingress

Coverings over light lenses reducing light output

Nearside CV boot has small cut

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 109,415 miles

Coverings over light lenses reducing light output

Offside Front Lower wishbone, rear bush splitting

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Unable to open bonnet

Pass 23 Feb 2023 104,895 miles

nsf pass seat to releasing from upright position

Fail 23 Feb 2023 104,895 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

nsf pass seat to releasing from upright position

Pass 15 Feb 2022 100,555 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 98,694 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 96,079 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2020 96,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 91,466 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 85,505 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

slight bind on o/side rear brake

Pass 14 Feb 2017 77,053 miles

Advise both rear shock bump stops perished.

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Wiper blade slightly split.

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 77,053 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Advise both rear shock bump stops perished.

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Wiper blade slightly split.

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 68,399 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 68,355 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 58,108 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 48,947 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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DF60 FYC is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 56,846 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF60 FYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 15 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DF60 FYC registered?

DF60 FYC is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 February 2011.

Is DF60 FYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF60 FYC shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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