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FE61 GUK

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

110,443 mi
Last recorded110,443 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE61 GUK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 110,443 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2023 108,278 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 104,488 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 92,524 miles

zero emissions readings

Nearside Front upper strut top bearing slightly seized

Pass 31 Oct 2018 73,084 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at bracket (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

nearside headlamp unit bracket broken

Fail 31 Oct 2018 73,084 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at bracket (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

nearside headlamp unit bracket broken

Pass 17 Nov 2017 61,381 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 61,381 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 52,379 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 44,311 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 29,983 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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FE61 GUK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FE61 GUK, 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 FE61 GUK registered?

FE61 GUK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 October 2011.

Is FE61 GUK safe to buy?

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