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FT61 EGF

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,738 mi
Last recorded111,738 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 EGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 111,738 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 101,583 miles

Dashboard warnings illuminated

Exhaust system and clamp corroded

Offside Front Upper lift at macpherson strut mount

Service due?

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2018 101,582 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment easily pulls onto stop (1.1.6 (c))

Dashboard warnings illuminated

Exhaust system and clamp corroded

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

Offside Front Upper lift at macpherson strut mount

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 90,865 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 82,981 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 70,554 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside steering arm has slight play at ball joint

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 54,228 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 54,228 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

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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FT61 EGF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FT61 EGF, 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 FT61 EGF registered?

FT61 EGF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 December 2011.

Is FT61 EGF safe to buy?

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