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FV61 NXD

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

62,576 mi
Last recorded62,576 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 NXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 62,576 miles

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

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2024 60,912 miles

Fuel filter in poor condition.

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2024 60,912 miles

Fuel filter in poor condition.

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 58,225 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 56,178 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 54,351 miles

Both front wishbone rear bushes cracking.

Fail 2 Sep 2021 54,351 miles

Both front wishbone rear bushes cracking.

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

Pass 29 Aug 2020 53,194 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 52,276 miles

Exhaust back box corroded.

Pass 19 Nov 2018 49,890 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 42,685 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 37,288 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2014 21,078 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 NXD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol 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 NXD, 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 NXD registered?

FV61 NXD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is FV61 NXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 NXD 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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