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FV61 ZRR

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

49,905 mi
Last recorded49,905 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2024 49,905 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 47,114 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2023 88,193 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 44,212 miles

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

front brake discs worn

Pass 8 Dec 2021 40,920 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 40,918 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 37,001 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 32,701 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 29,923 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 29,923 miles

Nearside Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Nov 2017 27,335 miles

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

exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2016 25,466 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 23,328 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2015 23,328 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 21,216 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 ZRR 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 73.3%.

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 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 ZRR, 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 ZRR registered?

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

Is FV61 ZRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 ZRR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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