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FV11 DXB

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

125,637 mi
Last recorded125,637 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 DXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2023 125,637 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 112,644 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 4 Nov 2022 112,629 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 100,752 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2021 100,752 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 92,790 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose clamp/exhaust deteriorated (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 81,086 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 68,495 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 68,494 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 54,463 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 37,611 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 31,595 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 24,419 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.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 DXB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DXB, 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 DXB registered?

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

Is FV11 DXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 DXB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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