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FV11 FGZ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

84,578 mi
Last recorded84,578 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2023 84,578 miles

Nearside Parking brake on nearside has low efficiency

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

Offside Headlamp has reduced intensity

Fail 18 Dec 2023 84,577 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake on nearside has low efficiency

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has reduced intensity

Pass 6 Dec 2022 75,119 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 67,563 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 59,059 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 59,057 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2019 52,914 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 43,064 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 35,935 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 35,187 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2017 35,187 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2016 33,548 miles

os washer jet poor

Pass 7 Apr 2015 29,517 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 22,740 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Mar 2014 22,740 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 FGZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FGZ, 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 FGZ registered?

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

Is FV11 FGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 FGZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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