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FX61 WKE

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,965 mi
Last recorded50,965 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2020
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX61 WKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2020 50,965 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 42,500 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 42,500 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 40,720 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Feb 2018 40,720 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2017 36,594 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 32,001 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

baby seat fitted rear

items removed prior to test

Pass 12 Jan 2015 26,077 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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FX61 WKE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FX61 WKE, 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 FX61 WKE registered?

FX61 WKE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 2 September 2011.

Is FX61 WKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX61 WKE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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