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FT11 XPS

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

153,012 mi
Last recorded153,012 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT11 XPS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 153,012 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Daytime running lamp not working

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Plastic covers obscuring outer sills

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under carriage dirty

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 147,529 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Daytime running lamp not working

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Several (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All folded and full

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under carriage dirty

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 142,960 miles

Nearside Daytime running lamp not working

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Several cuts and scrubbed off on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Under carriage dirty

Fail 9 Jul 2024 142,960 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60R15 84H (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Daytime running lamp not working

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Several cuts and scrubbed off on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Under carriage dirty

Pass 10 Jul 2023 135,481 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2023 135,481 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 124,609 miles

30% rear brake imbalance ,,, o/s low ,,,will need attention

under tray adrift

Fail 19 Jul 2022 124,609 miles

30% rear brake imbalance ,,, o/s low ,,,will need attention

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

under tray adrift

Pass 4 Aug 2021 112,422 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 112,417 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 100,613 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 89,523 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 89,523 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 76,560 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 76,558 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 66,658 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 54,089 miles

engine and under covers fitted limited inspection

Pass 29 Jun 2015 43,888 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2014 35,369 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2014 35,369 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

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 XPS is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 XPS, 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 XPS registered?

FT11 XPS is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 June 2011.

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