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FV11 FGK

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,204 mi
Last recorded58,204 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 58,204 miles

EPC light came on then went off during test - attention advised

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

handbrake adjustment required to remove free play on the take up of operation

Pass 28 Mar 2025 55,341 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn slight separation of bush from outer casing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn becoming separated from outer casing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside parking brake on o/s locks now but only just

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

handbrake requires adjustment to remove free play on the take up of operation

Fail 27 Mar 2025 55,341 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn slight separation of bush from outer casing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear parking brake performance lower than normal - wheel does not lock

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn becoming separated from outer casing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

handbrake requires adjustment to remove free play on the take up of operation

Pass 27 Mar 2024 51,989 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2024 51,989 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 47,977 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 47,977 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 42,675 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 38,198 miles

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

Offside Rear 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 17 Mar 2020 35,109 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 31,699 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 27,961 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 27,961 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 24,728 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 21,706 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 18,743 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 16,371 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 FGK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FGK, 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 FGK registered?

FV11 FGK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 April 2011.

Is FV11 FGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 FGK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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