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FG61 XSK

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

114,157 mi
Last recorded114,157 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 XSK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 114,157 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 111,764 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 106,335 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 96,214 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 88,915 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 86,010 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2021 86,008 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 80,876 miles

Rear Rear exhaust box shows signs of corrosion

Fail 16 Jun 2020 80,876 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear exhaust box shows signs of corrosion

Pass 19 Jun 2019 74,240 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 74,238 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2018 67,903 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2017 60,447 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 49,444 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 42,380 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 42,219 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 39,231 miles

both rear tyres starting to perrish nsr gettinh low on outter edge

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 XSK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XSK, 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 XSK registered?

FG61 XSK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 November 2011.

Is FG61 XSK safe to buy?

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