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FV11 MVE

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

49,121 mi
Last recorded49,121 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 49,121 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 47,630 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 46,338 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 46,338 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 44,605 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Feb 2022 42,534 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 40,175 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 40,175 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 39,593 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 36,722 miles

Front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 19 Feb 2018 33,031 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 30,846 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 27,122 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 23,106 miles

offside front tyre nearing limit

Pass 10 Apr 2014 20,730 miles

all four tyres flat

offside front tyre nearing limit

Fail 10 Apr 2014 20,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all four tyres flat

offside front tyre nearing limit

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 MVE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 MVE, 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 MVE registered?

FV11 MVE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 April 2011.

Is FV11 MVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 MVE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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