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FT11 XUP

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

85,912 mi
Last recorded85,912 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT11 XUP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 85,912 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 85,912 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 80,509 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 80,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 79,421 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2022 79,416 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 77,741 miles

parking brake efficiency only just met, nearside rear low effort.

Pass 10 Nov 2020 74,400 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 21 May 2019 68,655 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

parking brake efficiency only just met, rear brakes need inspecting

Pass 19 May 2018 63,753 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 63,753 miles

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 58,699 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 58,074 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 57,407 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 32,723 miles

EML On

Fail 2 Jun 2014 32,713 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

EML On

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 XUP is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 XUP, 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 XUP registered?

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

Is FT11 XUP safe to buy?

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