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FR11 GXY

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,841 mi
Last recorded88,841 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 88,841 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 82,475 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 82,467 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust fkexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 78,138 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 78,138 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 75,091 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 68,786 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2021 68,786 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 64,715 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 53,881 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 49,989 miles

Nearside Rear bump stop slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear bump stop slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Jun 2017 43,710 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 38,492 miles

both front tyres out of shape

Pass 3 Jul 2015 30,774 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 30,774 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 24,105 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 GXY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GXY, 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 GXY registered?

FR11 GXY is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 July 2011.

Is FR11 GXY safe to buy?

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