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FV11 FBL

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,701 mi
Last recorded106,701 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 FBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 106,701 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2023 106,699 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 101,201 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2022 101,150 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 94,191 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Slight corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Sub frame / beam axle assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 94,191 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Slight corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Sub frame / beam axle assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 89,991 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 22 Oct 2020 89,986 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Aug 2019 88,442 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 85,573 miles

Nearside Front daytime running light inoperative

Nearside Rear 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))

handbrake limited reserve travel

Pass 18 Jul 2017 74,465 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 74,465 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 60,017 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 38,094 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 31,746 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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 FBL is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FBL, 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 FBL registered?

FV11 FBL is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 April 2011.

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