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FV61 WDX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,025 mi
Last recorded29,025 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2025 29,025 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 28,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 27,386 miles

both windscreen wipers leave slight smears

Pass 5 Dec 2022 26,181 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between treads 175-70-14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 25,357 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

tested wet

Pass 11 Dec 2020 24,256 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 22,817 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 21,222 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Undertrays

Pass 11 Dec 2017 19,768 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 18,073 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 16,426 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 14,642 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 WDX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 WDX, 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 WDX registered?

FV61 WDX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 December 2011.

Is FV61 WDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 WDX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV61 WDX have outstanding finance?

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