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FV61 VMR

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,591 mi
Last recorded60,591 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 60,591 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 57,595 miles

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

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

under trays fitted unable to examine testable items

Pass 14 Dec 2023 55,741 miles

rear exhaust silencer showing corrosion

Fail 14 Dec 2023 55,741 miles

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

rear exhaust silencer showing corrosion

Pass 2 Dec 2022 53,100 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 53,100 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 50,195 miles

exhaust system showing corrosion

undertrays fitted ......unable to examine some components

Pass 4 Dec 2020 47,830 miles

undertrays fitted .......unable to examine some components

Fail 4 Dec 2020 47,830 miles

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

undertrays fitted .......unable to examine some components

Pass 9 Dec 2019 45,418 miles

all 4 tyres slightly misshapen

exhaust system showing signs of corrosion

under trays fitted, obscuring some testable items

Pass 26 Nov 2018 41,699 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 37,026 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 32,936 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly worn on outer edge of tread

under trays fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 1 Dec 2015 28,185 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 23,134 miles

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

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

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 VMR is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VMR, 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 VMR registered?

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

Is FV61 VMR safe to buy?

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