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FT11 HDG

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,432 mi
Last recorded77,432 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT11 HDG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 77,432 miles

Nearside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Nearside steering arm has slight play

Offside front tyre worn on inner and outer edge

Parking brake lever travels too high

Pass 18 Dec 2017 68,166 miles

Nearside front Anti roll bar link has slight play

Fail 18 Dec 2017 68,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both side rear (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front Anti roll bar link has slight play

Pass 7 Nov 2016 57,299 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 57,296 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 44,794 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 44,794 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 39,453 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 38,349 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre outer edge worn

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FT11 HDG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FT11 HDG, 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 FT11 HDG registered?

FT11 HDG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 July 2011.

Is FT11 HDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT11 HDG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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