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FR11 RGZ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

78,013 mi
Last recorded78,013 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 78,013 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2026 78,013 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2025 68,924 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2025 68,923 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 68,393 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 68,393 miles

Anti-roll bar insecurely attached both linkages disconnected (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 67,089 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2024 67,089 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 64,144 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 61,956 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 60,175 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 56,318 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 56,318 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 53,211 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 51,034 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 51,034 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 44,469 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 44,469 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 22 Jul 2015 37,163 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 37,163 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 30,339 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 30,339 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 RGZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 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 RGZ, 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 RGZ registered?

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

Is FR11 RGZ safe to buy?

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