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FY61 EYC

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,000 mi
Last recorded91,000 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY61 EYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 91,000 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

both rear tyres cracked

offside rear brake hanging on slightly

Pass 31 Jul 2020 84,614 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

nearside rear tyre cracked

offside rear tyre cracked and slightly out of shape

Pass 8 Aug 2019 77,721 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, starting to peel around edges. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Aug 2019 77,721 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust front flexible pipe broken. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, starting to peel around edges. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Aug 2018 68,682 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From front pipe flexible section. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front wishbone, rear bush just starting to peel at edges. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 child seats fitted in rear. ()

Fail 8 Aug 2018 68,682 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working Side repeater in door mirror not working. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front wishbone, rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/70 R 14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From front pipe flexible section. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front wishbone, rear bush just starting to peel at edges. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 child seats fitted in rear. ()

Pass 31 Jul 2017 60,952 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing cover insecure (2.7.2a)

covers fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2016 51,706 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2016 51,706 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 43,997 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 43,997 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 34,427 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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FY61 EYC is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FY61 EYC, 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 EYC registered?

FY61 EYC is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 16 September 2011.

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