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KM61 FNU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,284 mi
Last recorded40,284 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM61 FNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 40,284 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 36,830 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 32,702 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 28,322 miles

Manufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 23,950 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 18,201 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 14,354 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 14,092 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 14,092 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 13,771 miles

Manufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 12,764 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 11,637 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 10,720 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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KM61 FNU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KM61 FNU, 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 KM61 FNU registered?

KM61 FNU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is KM61 FNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM61 FNU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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