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FY61 JXR

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,995 mi
Last recorded27,995 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY61 JXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 27,995 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 27,242 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 26,676 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 25,882 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 25,185 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 24,658 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 24,052 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 21,885 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 19,832 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 19,832 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 18,014 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 15,177 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 11,891 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 JXR is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FY61 JXR, 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 JXR registered?

FY61 JXR is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 October 2011.

Is FY61 JXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY61 JXR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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