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FT61 FLM

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,392 mi
Last recorded80,392 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 FLM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 80,392 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 76,811 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 70,512 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Dec 2023 70,510 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 64,854 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2022 64,854 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2021 58,671 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 54,254 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 52,042 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 52,042 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front daytime running lamp inoperative

Pass 27 Nov 2018 44,133 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 41,443 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 37,998 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 34,578 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 31,052 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 31,052 miles

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

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 FLM is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FLM, 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 FLM registered?

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

Is FT61 FLM safe to buy?

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