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FV61 VMF

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,106 mi
Last recorded45,106 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 45,106 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 43,870 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 43,868 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 42,316 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 41,314 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 39,945 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 38,688 miles

Front bumper damaged

Pass 18 Dec 2019 37,140 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 34,945 miles

Front tyres wearing low on edges

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Nov 2017 32,640 miles

Both rear tyres are cracked and perished

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 29,675 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre in poor condition 175/70/14

Fail 14 Dec 2016 29,675 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre in poor condition 175/70/14

Pass 17 Dec 2015 26,603 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 21,855 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 VMF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VMF, 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 VMF registered?

FV61 VMF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 December 2011.

Is FV61 VMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 VMF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV61 VMF have outstanding finance?

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