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FG11 FAJ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,808 mi
Last recorded63,808 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG11 FAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2025 63,808 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 62,250 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 59,714 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 57,463 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 55,463 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 54,082 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 52,903 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 51,602 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 48,827 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 44,991 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 41,483 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 37,965 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 34,961 miles

All tyres have slight cracking in between tread

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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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FG11 FAJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 FG11 FAJ, 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 FG11 FAJ registered?

FG11 FAJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 July 2011.

Is FG11 FAJ safe to buy?

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