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FN11 MVE

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,425 mi
Last recorded171,425 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN11 MVE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 171,425 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 171,351 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush STRUT TOP MOUNT (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush STRUT TOP MOUNT (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE ON 2.8MM (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 171,302 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Steering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush STRUT TOP MOUNT (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush STRUT TOP MOUNT (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE ON 2.8MM (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 162,340 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2023 161,237 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn both front top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim all 4 tyre stretched (5.2.3 (k))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 143,986 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2022 143,928 miles

Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 120,467 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Mar 2020 121,367 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 107,129 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 107,118 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2017 95,633 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 95,633 miles

Fuel system component leaking rear fuel filter (7.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 May 2016 81,860 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2015 70,911 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 65,134 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 65,128 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 65,128 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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FN11 MVE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FN11 MVE, 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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FN11 MVE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 March 2011.

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