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FT60 WGX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

112,015 mi
Last recorded112,015 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2018
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT60 WGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2018 112,015 miles

Nearside Front drl not working

both rear bump stops perished

centre exhaust sleeve corroded

fuel cap outer missing

Fail 15 Feb 2018 112,015 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/60R15 (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front drl not working

both rear bump stops perished

centre exhaust sleeve corroded

fuel cap outer missing

Pass 4 Feb 2017 107,626 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2017 107,626 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 100,846 miles

Both rear bumpstops cracked slightly.

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 79,041 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 58,388 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 58,388 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

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 WGX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WGX, 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 WGX registered?

FT60 WGX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 February 2011.

Is FT60 WGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT60 WGX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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