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FV11 RZJ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

78,413 mi
Last recorded78,413 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2021
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 RZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2021 78,413 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 74,600 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn,mt 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn,mt 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

all tyres inflated before test

Fail 10 Dec 2020 74,600 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn,mt 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high bulb in secure (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn,mt 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

all tyres inflated before test

Pass 16 Dec 2019 68,717 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2019 68,717 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 59,112 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 52,703 miles

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 45,078 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Dec 2016 45,078 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 38,540 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 31,237 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 31,237 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 26,138 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 RZJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RZJ, 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 RZJ registered?

FV11 RZJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 April 2011.

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