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FR11 SVG

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,849 mi
Last recorded83,849 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 83,849 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 83,849 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working Mirror indicator (LED unit). (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Temporary fuel cap fitted non locking. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone back bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 80,691 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 both side tyres devoid of tread on inner edges + heavy cracking/perishing. 175/70/R14 84T **New tyres & an alignment advised** (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Mirror indicator working but dim.

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone back bush deterioated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre over 10 yrs old (~2013) + perishing/cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2024 80,691 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt X2 both sides upper boots deterioated. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Temporary push fit cap fitted. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 both side tyres devoid of tread on inner edges + heavy cracking/perishing. 175/70/R14 84T **New tyres & an alignment advised** (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Mirror indicator working but dim.

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone back bush deterioated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre over 10 yrs old (~2013) + perishing/cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 76,700 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing X2 both sides wearing low on edges + heavy perishing/cracking. Advise x2 new tyres and a wheel alignment. 175/70/R14 84T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre over 10 yrs old (2012) + heavy sidewall cracking. 175/70/R14 84T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 76,700 miles

Offside Front Drive belt excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing X2 both sides wearing low on edges + heavy perishing/cracking. Advise x2 new tyres and a wheel alignment. 175/70/R14 84T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working X1 501 bulb replaced. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working x1 380 bulb replaced. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre over 10 yrs old (2012) + heavy sidewall cracking. 175/70/R14 84T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 71,491 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 67,944 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 64,578 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 62,361 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2018 58,400 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 54,553 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 51,762 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2016 51,726 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking shock (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking shock (2.4.D.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 46,951 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 3 Sep 2014 39,894 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 SVG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black 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 SVG, 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 SVG registered?

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

Is FR11 SVG safe to buy?

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