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147,271 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box (8.2.2.1 (b))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Boot lid insecure No boot access (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Sleeve tube corroded broken (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust central sleeve clamp in poor condition
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Steering Rack knuckle (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?
Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.
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FT11 YSW is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.
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 YSW, 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 YSW registered?
FT11 YSW is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 June 2011.
Is FT11 YSW safe to buy?
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