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FT61 EKU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,433 mi
Last recorded49,433 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 EKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 49,433 miles

Both rear tyre tread depths are 4mm (The minimum limit is 1.6mm) and the offside rear sidewall is slightly perished.

Both registration plates are deteriorated but are still clear to read

The exhaust is corroded, the front flexi reinforcing mesh is broken and there is a very slight leak

The nearside rear shock absorber bump stop and shield have broken off the top mounting but are still secure on the rod

The parking brake travel is slightly high but operates o.k.

There is slight lift in both front strut top mountings which is normal

There is various slight bodywork damage

There is various slight underbody and component corrosion

Unable to view all the underbody components due to the plastic underbody protection fitted as standard

Fail 8 Jun 2026 49,433 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Both registration plates are deteriorated but are still clear to read

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

The exhaust is corroded, the front flexi reinforcing mesh is broken and there is a very slight leak

The nearside rear shock absorber bump stop and shield have broken off the top mounting but are still secure on the rod

The offside front tyre sidewall is very slightly perished and both front tyre tread depths are 4mm (min limit is 1.6mm)

The parking brake travel is slightly high but operates o.k.

The service light is on

There is slight lift in both front strut top mountings which is normal

There is various slight bodywork damage

There is various slight underbody and component corrosion

Unable to view all the underbody components due to the plastic underbody protection fitted as standard

Pass 5 Jun 2025 46,685 miles

Exhaust front pipe flexible joint leaking slightly

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear tyres worn to 4 mm perished. Legal limit 1.6 mm

Suspension components corroded

Fail 5 Jun 2025 46,685 miles

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

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

Exhaust front pipe flexible joint leaking slightly

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear tyres worn to 4 mm perished. Legal limit 1.6 mm

Suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2024 41,897 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 40,503 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 38,165 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 33,698 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both headlight lenses deteriorated slightly

Pass 19 Oct 2020 32,167 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside Cracked Outer Edges of Tread and Outer Sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 30,969 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 29,246 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 27,309 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 25,217 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 21,644 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 19,210 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 EKU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey 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 EKU, 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 EKU registered?

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

Is FT61 EKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 EKU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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