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FV61 NTJ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,637 mi
Last recorded75,637 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 NTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 75,637 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2025 73,106 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 73,106 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 71,144 miles

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))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 67,738 miles

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))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 61,626 miles

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))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 53,933 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 53,933 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 47,035 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jun 2020 47,035 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 43,113 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 38,559 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 33,850 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 28,351 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 70,957 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Feb 2015 19,012 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 NTJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NTJ, 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 NTJ registered?

FV61 NTJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 8 December 2011.

Is FV61 NTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 NTJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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