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FR11 RCV

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

84,812 mi
Last recorded84,812 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 84,812 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2026 84,812 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 83,061 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - 175/70R14 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jul 2025 83,060 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low wont adjust (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - 175/70R14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 80,563 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 80,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 77,479 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 77,456 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 72,842 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2022 72,842 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 69,027 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 65,973 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 62,568 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 57,887 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 57,887 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 53,028 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 44,145 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 35,267 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 28,417 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 RCV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RCV, 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 RCV registered?

FR11 RCV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 July 2011.

Is FR11 RCV safe to buy?

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