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FV61 YDT

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,397 mi
Last recorded74,397 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 74,397 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 67,844 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 57,781 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 47,773 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 37,701 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 36,459 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 31,250 miles

under trays fitted to the vehicle

Pass 28 Mar 2018 26,384 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

under trays fitted to the vehicle

Fail 28 Mar 2018 26,384 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

under trays fitted to the vehicle

Pass 28 Mar 2017 21,655 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

under trays fitted to the vehicle

Pass 18 Nov 2015 18,597 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 15,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 15,940 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 YDT is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YDT, 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 YDT registered?

FV61 YDT is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 December 2011.

Is FV61 YDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 YDT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV61 YDT have outstanding finance?

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