2011 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · EX61 FMV
2011 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 136,412 miles. MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,412 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EX61 FMV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/10/2025
- 136,412 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EX61 FMV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volkswagen Polo (EX61 FMV) between April 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”.
EX61 FMV Mileage History
- 26/04/2023119,961 mi
- 27/04/2023119,966 mi+5 mi
- 18/10/2024127,353 mi+7,387 mi
- 18/10/2024127,353 mi
- 15/10/2025136,412 mi+9,059 mi
Average of roughly 6,654 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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