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FG61 MZD

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

62,837 mi
Last recorded62,837 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 MZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 62,837 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2026 62,837 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2025 60,179 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 54,985 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2024 54,985 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 52,293 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 50,500 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 46,762 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 43,370 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Sep 2019 38,377 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 33,823 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 33,823 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 29,652 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 25,746 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 20,525 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 20,525 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 14,723 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 MZD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MZD, 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 MZD registered?

FG61 MZD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 October 2011.

Is FG61 MZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG61 MZD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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