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FV11 ETJ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,285 mi
Last recorded47,285 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 ETJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2026 47,285 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 44,623 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 41,604 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 40,457 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2022 39,928 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 39,719 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 39,192 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 38,064 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 35,620 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 34,451 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 32,845 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 30,031 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2014 26,999 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 ETJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ETJ, 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

How do I check the history of FV11 ETJ?

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What year was FV11 ETJ registered?

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

Is FV11 ETJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 ETJ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV11 ETJ have outstanding finance?

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