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FV61 NZY

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,362 mi
Last recorded48,362 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 48,362 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2024 48,362 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 45,996 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 44,937 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 41,545 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 41,543 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 38,702 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 38,095 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 38,095 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment tightened bolts (1.1.15 (f))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 36,613 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 32,210 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 26,246 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 20,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Nov 2015 20,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure torn (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure torn (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 16,229 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 15,485 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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FV61 NZY 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 NZY, 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

How do I check the history of FV61 NZY?

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What year was FV61 NZY registered?

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

Is FV61 NZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 NZY 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.

Does FV61 NZY have outstanding finance?

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