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FT61 LKZ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

70,099 mi
Last recorded70,099 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 70,099 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 63,868 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 59,479 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 53,376 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 49,408 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 44,507 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 42,780 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 38,983 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 34,963 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2018 34,963 miles

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

Offside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2017 29,101 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 23,694 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 19,613 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 LKZ 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 92.3%.

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 LKZ, 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

How do I check the history of FT61 LKZ?

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What year was FT61 LKZ registered?

FT61 LKZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 December 2011.

Is FT61 LKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 LKZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FT61 LKZ have outstanding finance?

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