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FV61 ZPX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,334 mi
Last recorded120,334 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 120,334 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 120,334 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Position lamp not working both sides rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm ball joint slightly bended compare to other side

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 99,104 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 97,696 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2021 97,682 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded both front springs very corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive very corroded in places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

anti skid light stays on

Pass 2 Dec 2020 89,940 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 84,928 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear bumpstops deteriorated both sides

Fail 9 Dec 2019 84,928 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure centre jointing clamp insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear bumpstops deteriorated both sides

Pass 26 Nov 2018 76,516 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear bumpstops deteriorated

Fail 26 Nov 2018 76,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear bumpstops deteriorated

Pass 21 Nov 2017 67,801 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 59,969 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 46,654 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 33,522 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 ZPX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZPX, 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.

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What year was FV61 ZPX registered?

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

Is FV61 ZPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 ZPX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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