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FT60 MVF

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

54,790 mi
Last recorded54,790 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 54,790 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 54,790 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear shock rubber bump stop worn

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear shock rubber bump stop worn

Pass 31 Oct 2024 53,718 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 53,718 miles

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

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 53,050 miles

Fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 51,610 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 49,892 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks outer sidewall, outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 47,377 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 47,377 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn deeply scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 45,045 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 42,006 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 40,162 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 36,889 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 34,204 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 29,559 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 23,348 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 23,348 miles

Offside 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 MVF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver 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 FT60 MVF, 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 MVF registered?

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

Is FT60 MVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT60 MVF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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