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FR11 FTD

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,812 mi
Last recorded51,812 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR11 FTD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2025 51,812 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 50,883 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 49,931 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 47,661 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 45,809 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 44,668 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 41,771 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 39,795 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 37,026 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 34,968 miles

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

all four tyres perished

Pass 16 Nov 2015 31,957 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 13 Nov 2014 29,296 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 FTD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FTD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FR11 FTD registered?

FR11 FTD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 July 2011.

Is FR11 FTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR11 FTD shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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