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FT61 HZJ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

136,531 mi
Last recorded136,531 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 HZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 136,531 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 131,113 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2023 131,113 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 121,388 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 121,388 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 112,368 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 102,795 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 93,250 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 84,968 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 75,946 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 75,946 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 62,616 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2015 52,109 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2015 52,109 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 44,862 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 44,862 miles

Offside Front Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

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 HZJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 HZJ, 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 HZJ registered?

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

Is FT61 HZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 HZJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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