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FE11 UJS

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2023
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

102,484 mi
Last recorded102,484 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE11 UJS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 102,484 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2022 102,483 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 97,799 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Dec 2021 97,799 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 93,238 miles

Rear silencer outer casing split.

Fail 14 Dec 2020 93,238 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear silencer outer casing split.

Pass 27 Jan 2020 83,449 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 83,449 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2019 73,330 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 70,227 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front condensation in headlamp unit

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 64,155 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 64,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 58,551 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 2 Feb 2016 58,551 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 46,380 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 32,381 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Mar 2014 32,381 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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FE11 UJS is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FE11 UJS, 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 FE11 UJS registered?

FE11 UJS is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 March 2011.

Is FE11 UJS safe to buy?

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