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FT61 FLW

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

113,460 mi
Last recorded113,460 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 113,460 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2025 104,726 miles

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

both rear shockers corroded but not excessively

Fail 16 May 2025 104,726 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

both rear shockers corroded but not excessively

Pass 20 May 2024 97,186 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 97,186 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 87,138 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside 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 a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Fail 22 Jun 2023 87,138 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside 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 a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2021 70,966 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 67,290 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 67,274 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 62,383 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 55,432 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 46,272 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.1mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 40,075 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 34,758 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 29,007 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 28,996 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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 FLW is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FLW, 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 FLW registered?

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

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