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FV61 NVK

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,987 mi
Last recorded125,987 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 NVK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 125,987 miles

Exhaust backbox corroded

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Nov 2025 125,987 miles

Exhaust backbox corroded

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Nov 2024 116,672 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both side ()

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 15 Nov 2024 116,672 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both side ()

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2023 109,855 miles

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

Rear exhaust box slightly corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2022 102,213 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust backbox slightly corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2021 95,597 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 80,144 miles

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

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Nov 2020 80,144 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 65,992 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 59,897 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2018 59,897 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 55,566 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)

n/s & o/s front brake pads getting low

Pass 29 Oct 2016 51,641 miles

o/s rear body damaged

slight marks on windscreen

Fail 29 Oct 2016 51,641 miles

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

o/s rear body damaged

slight marks on windscreen

Pass 16 Oct 2015 44,494 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 36,185 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

child seat fitted to nsr is obstructing inspection of nsr and central belts (not tested)

Fail 15 Nov 2014 36,185 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

child seat fitted to nsr is obstructing inspection of nsr and central belts (not tested)

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 NVK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol 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 FV61 NVK, 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 NVK registered?

FV61 NVK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 November 2011.

Is FV61 NVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 NVK 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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