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FG61 WUM

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

91,308 mi
Last recorded91,308 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 91,308 miles

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

Exhaust Corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2025 89,857 miles

Exhaust System Corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 88,753 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

Fail 27 Jun 2024 88,753 miles

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 86,623 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 84,919 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant from water pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 83,060 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 77,633 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 65,488 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 52,092 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 42,131 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 30,036 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 17,746 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 17,746 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 12,890 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 WUM is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WUM, 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 WUM registered?

FG61 WUM is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 October 2011.

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