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FL61 FSS

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,726 mi
Last recorded59,726 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 FSS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 59,726 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2026 59,726 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 51,790 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2025 51,732 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall several cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 43,018 miles

Nearside Rear Inner tyre sidewall has small splits

Offside Rear Inner tyre sidewall has small splits

Fail 29 Jul 2024 43,017 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner tyre sidewall has small splits

Offside Rear Inner tyre sidewall has small splits

Pass 14 Apr 2023 33,800 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 33,800 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 28,055 miles

Brake pipes above fuel tank not visable

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 30 Oct 2020 25,429 miles

Brake pipes above fuel tank not visable

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks in tyre tread area on both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Oct 2019 23,453 miles

Brake pipes above fuel tank not visable

Front Cracks in tyre tread area on both sides

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Oct 2018 21,743 miles

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Oct 2017 19,431 miles

Front Cracks in both tyres tread area

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Oct 2016 17,230 miles

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Oct 2015 15,410 miles

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Oct 2014 13,061 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FL61 FSS is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FL61 FSS, 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 FL61 FSS registered?

FL61 FSS is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 October 2011.

Is FL61 FSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL61 FSS shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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