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FY61 UOG

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

152,408 mi
Last recorded152,408 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY61 UOG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 152,408 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2025 152,408 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 147,165 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 144,958 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 142,456 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 139,779 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2020 139,779 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2019 137,368 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 134,650 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 121,429 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 107,818 miles

Front windscreen has light surface scratching

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 92,797 miles

Front Front windscreen has a light surface scratch

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Oct 2015 92,797 miles

Front Front windscreen has a light surface scratch

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 68,202 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear 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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FY61 UOG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UOG, 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 UOG registered?

FY61 UOG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 October 2011.

Is FY61 UOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY61 UOG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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