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FT60 KGY

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

42,966 mi
Last recorded42,966 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT60 KGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 42,966 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Uneven wear. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative On dashboard. (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 40,192 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 37,694 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 33,609 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 30,073 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 28,560 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 27,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks on centre and outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks on centre and outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Jan 2020 27,928 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks on centre and outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks on centre and outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 26,856 miles

both rear tyres have cracks on centre treads

parking brake slightly high.

Pass 23 Jan 2018 26,017 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 25,197 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 24,077 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 22,739 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 22,739 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 323,314 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 323,314 miles

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

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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FT60 KGY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FT60 KGY, 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 FT60 KGY registered?

FT60 KGY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 January 2011.

Is FT60 KGY safe to buy?

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