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FX61 WKY

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,848 mi
Last recorded155,848 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX61 WKY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 155,848 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive small coolant radiator leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front play in rack end

Fail 2 Nov 2023 155,848 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive small coolant radiator leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front play in rack end

Pass 15 Nov 2022 142,609 miles

Front signs of coolant leak on radiator

Offside Front play in rack end

Fail 15 Nov 2022 142,609 miles

Front signs of coolant leak on radiator

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front play in rack end

Pass 18 Nov 2021 129,503 miles

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

Offside Front small in play in rack

Pass 18 Nov 2020 118,584 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 105,327 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack

Pass 14 Nov 2018 89,197 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 77,244 miles

Offside Front slight play in steering rack

Pass 18 Nov 2016 68,660 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 58,810 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 98,078 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 WKY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 WKY, 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 WKY registered?

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

Is FX61 WKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX61 WKY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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