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FV61 ZRK

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,286 mi
Last recorded36,286 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 36,286 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 35,969 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 35,608 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2022 34,961 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 34,575 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 34,575 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2020 34,091 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 33,382 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 32,728 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 32,217 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 32,217 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 31,585 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 30,746 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 30,746 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 29,643 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 ZRK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZRK, 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 ZRK registered?

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

Is FV61 ZRK safe to buy?

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