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FL61 NEO

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

38,340 mi
Last recorded38,340 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 NEO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 38,340 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2025 38,340 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 37,006 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2024 37,006 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 34,865 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 33,217 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 30,989 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 30,989 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 28,949 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 26,847 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 24,244 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 21,672 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 19,588 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 19,428 miles

ALL 4 tyres Showing radial cracks

Pass 29 Aug 2015 16,234 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 12,925 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 NEO is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NEO, 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 NEO registered?

FL61 NEO is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 September 2011.

Is FL61 NEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL61 NEO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL61 NEO have outstanding finance?

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