Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 165,738 miles on the clock, averaging 11,049 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FT61 ELW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,738 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,306 |
| Average per year | 11,049 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FT61 ELW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About FT61 ELW
What car is FT61 ELW?
FT61 ELW is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2011.
What is the mileage of FT61 ELW?
The last recorded mileage for FT61 ELW was 165,738 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT61 ELW passed its MOT?
FT61 ELW has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2026.
Is FT61 ELW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT61 ELW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is FT61 ELW?
FT61 ELW is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.