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FL61 HYS

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

62,799 mi
Last recorded62,799 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 HYS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 62,799 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced "SILL AREA " (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced "SILL AREA " (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear REAR BEAM AXLE CORRODED AT MOUNTING POINTS BUT NOT SERIOUSLY WEAKENED

Pass 18 Aug 2025 58,870 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REARWARD BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 58,870 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REARWARD BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 52,784 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 52,782 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 49,518 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Aug 2022 45,421 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 49,472 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 39,994 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 37,177 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 32,749 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 28,286 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 23,179 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 18,208 miles

scratches in zone A from wiper blade

Pass 12 Nov 2014 12,666 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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FL61 HYS is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,198cc 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 FL61 HYS, 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 HYS registered?

FL61 HYS is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is FL61 HYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL61 HYS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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