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FG61 MYU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

90,885 mi
Last recorded90,885 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 MYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2024 90,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2023 85,277 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 78,900 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 73,909 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 73,909 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

exhaust rusty

Pass 29 Jul 2019 64,687 miles

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 19 Jul 2018 53,837 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 53,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 48,210 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 36,852 miles

front tyres getting low see vhc

Pass 16 Jul 2015 25,126 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 21,998 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 MYU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MYU, 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 MYU registered?

FG61 MYU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 October 2011.

Is FG61 MYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG61 MYU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG61 MYU have outstanding finance?

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