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FT61 HXU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

54,763 mi
Last recorded54,763 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 HXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 54,763 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 15 Jul 2026 54,748 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 49,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING THIN ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jul 2025 49,546 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING THIN ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 45,027 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2024 45,026 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 40,971 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 35,663 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 31,888 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 29,754 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 29,152 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 28,439 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 25,689 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 22,816 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 19,194 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 15,878 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 HXU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HXU, 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 HXU registered?

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

Is FT61 HXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 HXU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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