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FY61 XAC

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

62,994 mi
Last recorded62,994 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY61 XAC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 62,994 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 61,587 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2023 61,506 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 56,638 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 50,827 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 50,827 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 45,647 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 41,501 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 37,571 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 35,494 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 32,164 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 28,789 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 24,126 miles

front tyre treads low on edges

Fail 14 Oct 2014 24,126 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front tyre treads low on edges

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 XAC is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol 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 XAC, 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 XAC registered?

FY61 XAC is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 October 2011.

Is FY61 XAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY61 XAC 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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