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EX61 FNA

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,857 mi
Last recorded81,857 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX61 FNA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2024 81,857 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2024 81,857 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

tpms light on

Pass 24 Jan 2023 78,742 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 78,742 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 76,251 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 73,672 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 73,672 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 69,918 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 62,047 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 62,047 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure exhaust clamp corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 52,994 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 44,096 miles

o/s/f tyre just starting to wear on inner shoulder

Pass 19 Nov 2015 30,154 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 17,768 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Nov 2014 17,764 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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EX61 FNA is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EX61 FNA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX61 FNA registered?

EX61 FNA is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 October 2011.

Is EX61 FNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX61 FNA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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