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FY61 VMM

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,872 mi
Last recorded38,872 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 VMM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 38,872 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 36,538 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Aug 2024 36,538 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 34,301 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 32,305 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 30,277 miles

underbody floor shields fitted

Fail 15 Sep 2021 30,252 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and will not adjust manually (4.1.2 (a))

underbody floor shields fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2020 28,738 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 27,109 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Sep 2019 27,109 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2018 24,477 miles

all tyres starting to perish

undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Sep 2018 24,477 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

all tyres starting to perish

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2017 21,553 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 18,815 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 16,253 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 12,554 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 VMM is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VMM, 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 VMM registered?

FY61 VMM is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is FY61 VMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY61 VMM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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