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FG61 KFO

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,504 mi
Last recorded59,504 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 KFO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 59,504 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2026 59,504 miles

Reversing lamp switch does not operate automatically when reverse gear is selected (4.6.3 (a))

Service brake excessively binding offside rear (1.2.1 (f))

Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced nearside (4.4.3 (a))

Stop lamp(s) not working nearside (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 57,809 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 56,430 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside [outer] front (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front exhaust flexi slightly damaged/deteriorated

Nail in tyre nearside rear ()

Pass 12 Sep 2022 54,169 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 50,397 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 48,430 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2020 48,430 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 41,646 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 37,738 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 34,321 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 30,546 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 26,802 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 26,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 23,481 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 KFO is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KFO, 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 KFO registered?

FG61 KFO is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 October 2011.

Is FG61 KFO safe to buy?

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