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FV61 MXN

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

154,673 mi
Last recorded154,673 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 MXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 154,673 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 135,328 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2022 119,522 miles

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s, n/s (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s, n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 105,268 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 105,267 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2020 94,067 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 92,841 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 76,521 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 61,056 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 61,056 miles

Headlamp aim too low x2 (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 54,553 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 45,558 miles

both rear tyres cracking in between tread

emissions to low to record results

Pass 18 Oct 2014 38,735 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FV61 MXN is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FV61 MXN, 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 FV61 MXN registered?

FV61 MXN is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 October 2011.

Is FV61 MXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 MXN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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