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FV11 EWD

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

116,195 mi
Last recorded116,195 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 116,195 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Aug 2026 116,195 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2025 111,362 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 106,122 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 99,563 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 99,514 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 88,321 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 86,707 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2022 86,650 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 May 2021 81,812 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 81,812 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

rear wiper blade,

Pass 8 Jul 2020 77,149 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 69,870 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 61,325 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 50,954 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 42,557 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 39,561 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 31,313 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2014 22,052 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 EWD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EWD, 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 EWD registered?

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

Is FV11 EWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 EWD shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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