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FV61 VPX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,572 mi
Last recorded67,572 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2024 67,572 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 58,968 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 55,621 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 51,228 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 48,146 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 45,981 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both back bushes slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2018 42,214 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 11 Dec 2017 39,462 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 36,019 miles

child seats fitted to rear

Pass 26 Nov 2015 30,587 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 23,244 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres cracked in tread

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 VPX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VPX, 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 VPX registered?

FV61 VPX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 December 2011.

Is FV61 VPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 VPX shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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