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FR11 SBZ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,441 mi
Last recorded81,441 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR11 SBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 81,441 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 74,237 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 68,037 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly Flashing (1.1.10 (g))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 60,316 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2023 60,279 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre section joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 53,590 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 53,589 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 53,376 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust mount snapped , exhaust held in place with wire, secure at time of test (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 52,197 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Rear Exhaust hanger worn

Vehicle protective covers underside not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines.

Pass 20 Mar 2020 51,229 miles

Front Exhaust flexi section deteriorated slightly.

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

Protective covers underside note allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines.

Rear Exhaust rubber u/s but exhaust still supported.

Fail 20 Mar 2020 51,229 miles

Front Exhaust flexi section deteriorated slightly.

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

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

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

Protective covers underside note allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines.

Rear Exhaust rubber u/s but exhaust still supported.

Pass 1 Apr 2019 49,135 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both close to wear indicator (5.2.3 (e))

both front brake backing plates corroded

Pass 5 Apr 2018 46,916 miles

Front BRAKE DISC INTERNAL BACKPLATES CORRODED AND WEAK

Fail 4 Apr 2018 46,915 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Front BRAKE DISC INTERNAL BACKPLATES CORRODED AND WEAK

Pass 7 Apr 2017 44,704 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 39,908 miles

Nearside Front Inner side wall cracking badly

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

Nearside Rear Inner side wall cracking badly

Offside Front Inner side wall cracking badly

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

Offside Rear Inner side wall cracking badly

Pass 9 Jul 2015 32,464 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 25,621 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 SBZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SBZ, 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 SBZ registered?

FR11 SBZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 July 2011.

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