MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
171,425 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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))
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))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
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))
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))
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))
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()
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
Fuel system component leaking rear fuel filter (7.2.3)
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
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)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?
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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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