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FV11 GXD

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,364 mi
Last recorded72,364 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 GXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 72,364 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 69,561 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 66,064 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 66,064 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 61,120 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 57,725 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 56,620 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2019 56,085 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 55,194 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 53,708 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 49,147 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 42,572 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2015 42,572 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 9 Jun 2014 28,122 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen scratched.

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 GXD is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GXD, 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 GXD registered?

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

Is FV11 GXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 GXD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV11 GXD have outstanding finance?

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