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FT61 EJU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,558 mi
Last recorded71,558 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 EJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 71,558 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 66,823 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2025 66,823 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 62,845 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 57,705 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2022 53,349 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 48,505 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 44,007 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured on wing mirror (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 18 Dec 2019 44,007 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured on wing mirror (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 39,248 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 34,383 miles

parking brake requires slight adjustment

Pass 2 Dec 2016 27,911 miles

both rear tyres very badly cracked

Pass 15 Dec 2015 22,014 miles

front brake discs deteriorated. corroded, groved, and pitted. pads currently only 1/4 worn

item removed from drivers view prior to the test

Pass 18 Dec 2014 17,647 miles

all tyres stating to perish 195/55/15 75h

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

Fail 18 Dec 2014 17,647 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all tyres stating to perish 195/55/15 75h

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

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 EJU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver 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 EJU, 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 EJU registered?

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

Is FT61 EJU safe to buy?

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