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FN61 TYY

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

126,321 mi
Last recorded126,321 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN61 TYY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 126,321 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front brake discs are wearing low (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads are wearing low (approx 2-3,000 miles remaining - replacement is recommended) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded slight corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated replacement is recommended (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting bush is deteriorated and starting to split - new arm recommended (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2026 126,319 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front brake discs are wearing low (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads are wearing low (approx 2-3,000 miles remaining - replacement is recommended) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded slight corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated replacement is recommended (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting bush is deteriorated and starting to split - new arm recommended (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2025 112,098 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively front brake discs are wearing low (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads are wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust blow from front flexi pipe - replacement is recommended (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated boot is deteriorated and is just starting to leak grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil replacement is recommended (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil replacement is recommended (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear axle beam is corroded

rear exhaust silencer is corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2024 96,323 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear exhaust silencer outer shell deteriorated.

Fail 29 Aug 2024 96,322 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded All 4 coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer outer shell deteriorated.

Pass 1 Sep 2023 83,300 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil very slight (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil very slight (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 65,453 miles

Front Subframe rusty

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Sep 2022 65,453 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged Cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Subframe rusty

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 52,022 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 49,262 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 45,668 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyres Perishing

Pass 21 Aug 2018 39,916 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 34,843 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 29,919 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 25,060 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 19,782 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 TYY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc 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 FN61 TYY, 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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FN61 TYY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 2 September 2011.

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