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HG61 FOU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,400 mi
Last recorded56,400 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG61 FOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2025 56,400 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear bushes showing signs of wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

temporary fuel cap

Pass 11 Dec 2024 54,091 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to limit on outer edges 185 60 R 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185 60 R 15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to limit on outer edges 185 60 R 15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

temporary fuel cap fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Dec 2023 50,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges and damage to outer side wall (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

temp fuel cap fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Nov 2022 46,444 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 42,896 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 38,408 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 34,473 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 31,042 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 25,925 miles

n/s/f headlight loose but still secure

Pass 6 Dec 2016 20,174 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 14,267 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 11,625 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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HG61 FOU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HG61 FOU, 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 HG61 FOU registered?

HG61 FOU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 December 2011.

Is HG61 FOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG61 FOU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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