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FL61 VVU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,867 mi
Last recorded55,867 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 VVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 55,867 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 55,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high vertical adjuster seized. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 48,702 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 40,839 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 28,761 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 28,761 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working tail light (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 18,114 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 VVU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VVU, 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

How do I check the history of FL61 VVU?

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What year was FL61 VVU registered?

FL61 VVU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is FL61 VVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL61 VVU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL61 VVU have outstanding finance?

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