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FP11 EWY

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

81,116 mi
Last recorded81,116 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP11 EWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 81,116 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 81,114 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 77,521 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2025 77,521 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 73,598 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 67,377 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 62,160 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 57,680 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 55,523 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 54,237 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 52,082 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 47,851 miles

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

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Pass 10 May 2016 43,883 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 40,118 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 37,122 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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FP11 EWY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 FP11 EWY, 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 FP11 EWY registered?

FP11 EWY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 May 2011.

Is FP11 EWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP11 EWY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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