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FR11 RXB

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,867 mi
Last recorded99,867 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 99,867 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2026 99,867 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2025 97,461 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension bump stop severely deteriorated

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

Offside Rear Suspension bump stop slightly deteriorated

Fail 8 Aug 2025 97,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension bump stop severely deteriorated

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

Offside Rear Suspension bump stop slightly deteriorated

Pass 8 Aug 2024 96,117 miles

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))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 93,287 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 91,164 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 23 Aug 2021 88,236 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 87,077 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 82,568 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 65,006 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 62,579 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 60,823 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 58,393 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 55,054 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 RXB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RXB, 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 RXB registered?

FR11 RXB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 August 2011.

Is FR11 RXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR11 RXB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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