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FV11 DVZ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

89,927 mi
Last recorded89,927 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 DVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 89,927 miles

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 87,760 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively tight to turn by hand slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 84,808 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 82,286 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2022 82,286 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 79,263 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 74,328 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 74,328 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 71,790 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 71,790 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2019 65,384 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 57,866 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 51,541 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 39,326 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 32,607 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 27,098 miles

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 DVZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DVZ, 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 DVZ registered?

FV11 DVZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 March 2011.

Is FV11 DVZ safe to buy?

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