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178,722 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (Both sides) (4.1.4 (b))
Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (Both sides) (2.1.3 (g) (i))
General rust / corrosion / deterioration under the body
Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Sill corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Sill corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (Both sides) (4.1.4 (b))
Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (Both sides) (2.1.3 (g) (i))
General rust / corrosion / deterioration under the body
Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Sill corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Sill corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi also worn (6.1.2 (a))
Offside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Lower Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
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))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
rear exhaust box outer skin insecure
Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Fluid leak, but not excessive fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
rear exhaust box outer skin insecure
Nearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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FV11 EBK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.
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 FV11 EBK, 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 FV11 EBK registered?
FV11 EBK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 March 2011.
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