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FG61 MXZ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,320 mi
Last recorded82,320 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 MXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2025 82,320 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 68,532 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 55,037 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 45,004 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 39,962 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 34,968 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 29,188 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Nov 2018 22,191 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 15,420 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Nov 2016 11,323 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 10,830 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 10,190 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 MXZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MXZ, 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 MXZ registered?

FG61 MXZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 December 2011.

Is FG61 MXZ safe to buy?

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