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FY61 XTP

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

85,108 mi
Last recorded85,108 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 85,108 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 79,576 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2025 79,576 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 70,861 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2024 70,861 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel no reserve travel in handbrake (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits co to high (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high head lamp to high & not adjusting (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 61,048 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 61,048 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Major exhaust leak from front flexi (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both front shock absorbers have a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre severely cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2022 51,428 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 51,369 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 46,124 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 40,987 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 39,242 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx 3 mm 215/45/17 91Y (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Mar 2019 39,242 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx 3 mm 215/45/17 91Y (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 32,758 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 24,213 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 19,086 miles

All Tyres Cracked And Perished.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre Joint (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre Punctured, Nail In Outer Shoulder (New Tyre Required)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Just Passed Test On Inner Edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 16,901 miles

near side wiper rubber split

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 XTP is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 XTP, 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.

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What year was FY61 XTP registered?

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

Is FY61 XTP safe to buy?

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