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FY61 CVJ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,867 mi
Last recorded40,867 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY61 CVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 40,867 miles

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

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

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))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 37,889 miles

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

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 35,427 miles

front brakes worn low

Pass 10 Sep 2019 32,247 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 32,247 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 28,181 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 24,392 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 21,481 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 18,818 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 15,594 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FY61 CVJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FY61 CVJ, 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 FY61 CVJ registered?

FY61 CVJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 September 2011.

Is FY61 CVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY61 CVJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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