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FR11 SVJ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,904 mi
Last recorded53,904 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 53,904 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 52,831 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Mirror backing missing

Pass 3 Nov 2023 51,073 miles

Front headlamps poor condition

Pass 4 Nov 2022 49,327 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 46,701 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 44,444 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 40,060 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 36,754 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 33,192 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 28,646 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 22,546 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 22,397 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 18,821 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 SVJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SVJ, 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 SVJ registered?

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

Is FR11 SVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR11 SVJ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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