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FN61 HTX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,207 mi
Last recorded63,207 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN61 HTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 63,207 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 62,079 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2025 62,077 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 58,852 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2024 58,852 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 54,179 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

small chip in windscreen

Pass 4 Feb 2022 47,329 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 41,801 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 38,826 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 32,300 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner and outer edges and on limit

Pass 19 Jan 2018 27,403 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 20,484 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 20,484 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 16,010 miles

Front wipers starting to judder, advise replacement

Pass 4 Sep 2014 12,745 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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FN61 HTX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FN61 HTX, 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 FN61 HTX registered?

FN61 HTX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is FN61 HTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN61 HTX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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