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FT61 HZU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,386 mi
Last recorded101,386 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 101,386 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

down flexible exhaust pipe and rear exhaust box,corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2024 88,244 miles

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

Nearside Front top mounts,slight play

rear exhaust box outer skin,corroded

Fail 10 Dec 2024 88,244 miles

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

Nearside Front top mounts,slight play

Offside Front Position lamp not working low beam (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side lights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

rear exhaust box outer skin,corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2023 76,458 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear bump stop,deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre,slight oval in shape 175/70r14

rear exhaust box,outer skin corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2022 68,628 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 61,651 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 61,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 56,015 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm bald inner (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Dec 2020 56,015 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm bald inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 51,939 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edges , 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Dec 2019 51,939 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edges , 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too far to the left both sides . up down adjuster seized (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 46,130 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 38,179 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 29,615 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 21,024 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 17,607 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 HZU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol 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 HZU, 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 HZU registered?

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

Is FT61 HZU safe to buy?

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