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FD60 VSN

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

67,162 mi
Last recorded67,162 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD60 VSN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 67,162 miles

Central Rear Upper exhaust system corroded

Front Upper suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper exhaust heat shield loose but secure

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread wearing smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front headlight unit bracket broken , headlight still secure!

Pass 16 Dec 2024 63,118 miles

Central Rear exhaust system corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs scored and lipped on the edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front suspension components corroded

Nearside Rear Upper exhaust heat shield loose but secure

Offside Front Lower headlight unit bracket broken, headlight secure!

Offside Front Upper Exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber mount cracking/deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Dec 2024 63,113 miles

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

Central Rear exhaust system corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs scored and lipped on the edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front suspension components corroded

Nearside Rear Upper exhaust heat shield loose but secure

Offside Front Lower headlight unit bracket broken, headlight secure!

Offside Front Upper Exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber mount cracking/deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 58,674 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2023 58,674 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 55,283 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 51,966 miles

Central Exhaust mid box clamp in poor condition

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi exhaust part (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Flexi exhaust part in poor condition

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 48,942 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 46,325 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 42,988 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 39,951 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 37,998 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 35,811 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 35,811 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 32,075 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 27,908 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 27,908 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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FD60 VSN is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FD60 VSN, 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 FD60 VSN registered?

FD60 VSN is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 January 2011.

Is FD60 VSN safe to buy?

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