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FG61 GLV

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

153,666 mi
Last recorded153,666 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 GLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2024 153,666 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 143,841 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 134,514 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 126,633 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 119,196 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 104,485 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 92,503 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 78,379 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 65,283 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 65,283 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 51,488 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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FG61 GLV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FG61 GLV, 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 FG61 GLV registered?

FG61 GLV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 November 2011.

Is FG61 GLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG61 GLV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG61 GLV have outstanding finance?

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