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AX11 FMU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

72,108 mi
Last recorded72,108 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX11 FMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 72,108 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside outer sill,floor pan, inner sills and most of rear of car in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle/subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 72,108 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective cap seal split and not holding vapour pressure when done up (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested dip bulb blown (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment when used in rollers lever pulls up to maximum and brakes do not lock (1.1.6 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside outer sill,floor pan, inner sills and most of rear of car in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair grabbing slightly as slow to release (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle/subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 68,253 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Seat belt holding childs seat has slack ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2024 68,253 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Seat belt holding childs seat has slack ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 65,003 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

off side rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Pass 31 Aug 2022 60,092 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 55,190 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 50,910 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 46,203 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 46,145 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 37,903 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 34,106 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 24,903 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 24,903 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 22,787 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 22,683 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 18,453 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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AX11 FMU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AX11 FMU, 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 AX11 FMU registered?

AX11 FMU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 July 2011.

Is AX11 FMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX11 FMU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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