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FR11 BTU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

36,165 mi
Last recorded36,165 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR11 BTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 36,165 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

some damage to body panels

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on front and rear subframes steering and suspension components brake components

surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panel fitted unable to see some components

Pass 15 Jul 2025 34,106 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

some damage to body panels

some steering, and suspension bushes, are starting to crack and deteriorate.

surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panels fitted unable to check some components

Pass 12 Jun 2024 32,382 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 30,624 miles

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panel fitted unable to see some components

Pass 7 Jul 2022 29,113 miles

some steering and suspension bushes are stating to crack and deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panel fitted unable to check some components

Fail 7 Jul 2022 29,108 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing stud missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

some steering and suspension bushes are stating to crack and deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panel fitted unable to check some components

Pass 7 Jul 2021 27,118 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jun 2020 26,030 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 24,471 miles

all 4 tyres cracked/perished

Pass 10 Jul 2018 22,862 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 21,274 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 19,193 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 17,239 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 15,554 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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FR11 BTU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FR11 BTU, 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 FR11 BTU registered?

FR11 BTU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 July 2011.

Is FR11 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR11 BTU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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