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FT61 EKK

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

84,816 mi
Last recorded84,816 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 EKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 84,816 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2026 84,803 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to excessive exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 78,566 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 72,002 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 69,571 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 67,633 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 64,106 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 61,966 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 59,268 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 51,800 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 47,527 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 45,071 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 38,239 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perished in tread area and tread low on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre perished in tread area

Fail 8 Dec 2015 38,239 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perished in tread area and tread low on inner edge

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

Offside Rear tyre perished in tread area

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 28,887 miles

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 EKK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EKK, 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 EKK registered?

FT61 EKK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 16 December 2011.

Is FT61 EKK safe to buy?

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