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FV11 GWG

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

64,796 mi
Last recorded64,796 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 64,796 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 55,042 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 55,040 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 44,675 miles

Front brake pads are wearing low

Offside Front tyre is wearing low on the inner edge

Pass 19 Nov 2021 35,422 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 35,418 miles

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 27,908 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 27,875 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 27,346 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt also unable to test rear centre seat belt ()

Fail 4 Jul 2018 27,346 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no beam pattern (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt also unable to test rear centre seat belt ()

Pass 3 Jul 2017 26,808 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 25,641 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 25,641 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 24,149 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres have cracking in tread channels

off side front headlamp aim at lowest point to pass no adjustment possible

Pass 4 Apr 2014 20,779 miles

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

Offside 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 GWG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver 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 GWG, 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 GWG registered?

FV11 GWG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 8 April 2011.

Is FV11 GWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 GWG 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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