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FT61 FSY

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,540 mi
Last recorded93,540 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2025 93,540 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 79,525 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 79,494 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Seat belt buckle missing not able to inspect due to rubbish (7.1.2 (d))

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

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box outer skin poor condition (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 72,103 miles

Both front tyres wearing close to designed wear limit

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2021 68,756 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 68,744 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 65,469 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 52,766 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 37,986 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 29,058 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 23,286 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2014 19,059 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2014 19,059 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 FSY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FSY, 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 FSY registered?

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

Is FT61 FSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 FSY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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