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FR11 FPX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

103,708 mi
Last recorded103,708 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR11 FPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 103,708 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2025 97,339 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 90,866 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 83,428 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2022 75,869 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2022 75,869 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 62,256 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 57,646 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 13 Jun 2020 57,646 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 51,302 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2019 51,302 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 42,813 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

front number plate damaged/cracked

Fail 27 Jun 2018 42,813 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (a))

front number plate damaged/cracked

Pass 15 Jun 2017 32,336 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged cracked through mounting. (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2 mm. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2 mm. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 27,317 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked through mounting but still secure (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Jul 2015 21,050 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 13,812 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 FPX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FPX, 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 FPX registered?

FR11 FPX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 July 2011.

Is FR11 FPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR11 FPX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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