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FX61 YWW

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

92,230 mi
Last recorded92,230 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX61 YWW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 92,230 miles

Exhaust flexi - joint deteriroated.

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill's corroded / covered in under-seal. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake has slight reserve travel.

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust corroded.

Slight surface rust underneath.

Under-body covered in under-seal.

Vehicle under-cover's present.

Fail 25 Oct 2023 92,230 miles

Exhaust flexi - joint deteriroated.

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill's corroded / covered in under-seal. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake has slight reserve travel.

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust corroded.

Slight surface rust underneath.

Under-body covered in under-seal.

Vehicle under-cover's present.

Pass 25 Oct 2022 84,662 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Slight surface rust underneath.

Pass 26 Oct 2021 76,982 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 69,594 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 69,594 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 62,656 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 55,400 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 49,595 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 49,595 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 41,821 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 41,821 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 29,284 miles

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

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

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 YWW is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FX61 YWW, 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 FX61 YWW registered?

FX61 YWW is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 September 2011.

Is FX61 YWW safe to buy?

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