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DU61 FDX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

131,155 mi
Last recorded131,155 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU61 FDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 131,155 miles

handbrake could do with adjustment

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2019 121,706 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2019 121,298 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits see print out (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low unable to adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 93,974 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

n/s front tyre close to limit

undertrays fitted

Fail 20 Sep 2018 93,974 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust system insecure centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both rear (4.7.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

n/s front tyre close to limit

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2017 69,311 miles

Front slight corrosion on brake discs

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front slight play in steering arm

Fail 21 Sep 2017 69,311 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front slight corrosion on brake discs

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front slight play in steering arm

Pass 12 Sep 2016 59,292 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s front (4.1.E.1)

undertrays fitted

Fail 12 Sep 2016 59,292 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s front (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s front (4.1.E.1)

undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Jul 2016 59,063 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Offside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 47,209 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 35,716 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside and nearside rear tyre treads cracking

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DU61 FDX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 DU61 FDX, 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 DU61 FDX registered?

DU61 FDX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 September 2011.

Is DU61 FDX safe to buy?

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