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FT61 JCU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Diesel 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,981 mi
Last recorded57,981 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 JCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2022 57,981 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 47,419 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 41,686 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 26,322 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edges starting to corrode (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 20,391 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 16,411 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 13,707 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 12,073 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 JCU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JCU, 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 JCU registered?

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

Is FT61 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 JCU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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