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FV61 VYL

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

67,070 mi
Last recorded67,070 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 67,070 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 64,336 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 61,327 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 58,454 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 55,190 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 52,190 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 50,052 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 46,257 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 42,893 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 38,501 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 33,515 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 27,469 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 27,469 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 VYL is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VYL, 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 VYL?

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What year was FV61 VYL registered?

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

Is FV61 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 VYL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV61 VYL have outstanding finance?

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