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FT61 EJD

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,489 mi
Last recorded122,489 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 EJD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 122,489 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 120,785 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 120,785 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 111,849 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 100,043 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 91,078 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2021 91,078 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both side (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both side (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Rear Exhaust box leacking

Pass 3 Sep 2020 82,570 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 75,914 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 69,935 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 62,740 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 54,527 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 54,527 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 46,112 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 34,268 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 EJD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EJD, 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 FT61 EJD registered?

FT61 EJD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 December 2011.

Is FT61 EJD safe to buy?

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