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FP61 FVZ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,217 mi
Last recorded154,217 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP61 FVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 154,217 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 149,640 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush O/s + N/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 144,664 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush O/s + N/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 138,770 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner smooth, Tread 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 9 Sep 2022 138,770 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner smooth, Tread 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 129,883 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Sep 2021 129,883 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Sep 2020 120,341 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both rear and front to rear brake pipes reacting under protective coating

fuel filter under vehicle damp, no major leak

little reserve travel handbrake lever

nearside front wheel inner rim distorted

nearside rear tyre slight flat spot on traed

offside rear tyre cut on sidewall and tread

Pass 17 Sep 2019 109,537 miles

fuel filter under vehicle damp, no major leak

nearside front wheel inner rim distorted

offside rear tyre cut on tread and sidewall

Fail 14 Sep 2019 109,289 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

fuel filter under vehicle damp, no major leak

nearside front wheel inner rim distorted

offside rear tyre cut on tread and sidewall

Pass 17 Sep 2018 97,262 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 97,262 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2018 92,247 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Feb 2018 92,247 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 83,521 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 83,521 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 79,887 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 75,341 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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FP61 FVZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FP61 FVZ, 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 FP61 FVZ registered?

FP61 FVZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 November 2011.

Is FP61 FVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP61 FVZ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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