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FL61 VVF

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

123,505 mi
Last recorded123,505 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 VVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 123,505 miles

Nearside Rear bumper tape crack taped up no Sharpe edges

Nearside Rear light unit cracked

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 112,657 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Rear bumper damaged, showing sharp edge. Tape applied by presenter.

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in front glass. (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner lip. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 102,367 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in Zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lamp lens Damaged

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2022 94,544 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2022 94,544 miles

Central Front Horn not working Horn is not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater not working O/S side repeater is not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 86,329 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2021 86,329 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2020 74,672 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 61,143 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 50,245 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 41,336 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 26,608 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 26,608 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2014 17,388 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 VVF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VVF, 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.

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What year was FL61 VVF registered?

FL61 VVF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 16 October 2011.

Is FL61 VVF safe to buy?

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