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FR11 RKF

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,543 mi
Last recorded119,543 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR11 RKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 119,543 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2026 119,512 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 110,168 miles

Both front outer sills corroded

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

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2023 105,434 miles

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

Nearside Front outer sill has corrosion

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

Offside Front outer sill has corrosion

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

front flexible exhaust pipe has broken

Fail 1 Sep 2023 105,434 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front outer sill has corrosion

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

Offside Front outer sill has corrosion

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

front flexible exhaust pipe has broken

Pass 2 Sep 2022 96,592 miles

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

Nearside Front some corrosion on outer sill

Offside Front some corrosion on outer sill

Offside Front tyre is worn on inner edge

Fail 2 Sep 2022 96,592 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front some corrosion on outer sill

Offside Front some corrosion on outer sill

Offside Front tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Aug 2021 85,228 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 85,228 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 76,950 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 66,791 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres worn on inside edges and side walls perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 59,231 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 56,063 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 51,655 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 37,010 miles

fuel filler cap seal starting to perish

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 23 Jun 2014 25,596 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 RKF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver 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 RKF, 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 RKF registered?

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

Is FR11 RKF safe to buy?

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