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FV11 CKX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,406 mi
Last recorded109,406 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 CKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2026 109,406 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

exhaust back box casing corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2024 93,860 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 85,571 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 64,944 miles

Rear BACK BOX CORRODED

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

Fail 22 Dec 2022 64,944 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear BACK BOX CORRODED

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 50,583 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 47,684 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 43,602 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 38,632 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 38,632 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 34,485 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 28,639 miles

Nearside Front tyres face crack ruber

Nearside Rear tyres face crack ruber

Offside Front tyres face crack ruber

Offside Rear tyres face crack ruber

Fail 19 Mar 2016 28,639 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyres face crack ruber

Nearside Rear tyres face crack ruber

Offside Front tyres face crack ruber

Offside Rear tyres face crack ruber

Pass 10 Apr 2015 23,924 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014
Fail 24 Mar 2014 17,720 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FV11 CKX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV11 CKX, 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 FV11 CKX registered?

FV11 CKX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is FV11 CKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 CKX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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