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FT60 XFA

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

101,288 mi
Last recorded101,288 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT60 XFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 101,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Jan 2026 101,285 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Jan 2025 98,828 miles

Offside parking brake readings low

Pass 7 Feb 2024 90,271 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2024 90,271 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 80,865 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 80,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 78,585 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

rear exhaust box poor condition

Pass 27 Jan 2021 72,519 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 72,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 68,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge AND OFF SIDE FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Jan 2020 68,965 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge AND OFF SIDE FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 61,963 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 30 Jan 2018 57,050 miles

Nearside Front wheel arch liner damaged rubbing anti roll bar link

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 54,441 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 44,768 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 32,066 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 23,600 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Apr 2014 23,600 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 XFA is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 XFA, 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 FT60 XFA registered?

FT60 XFA is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 February 2011.

Is FT60 XFA safe to buy?

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