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FV11 VJE

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

125,363 mi
Last recorded125,363 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2019
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 VJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2019 125,363 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 10 Dec 2019 125,363 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Nov 2018 105,498 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Dec 2017 85,820 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2016 73,120 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 61,744 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 49,110 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 49,110 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 42,007 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 VJE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VJE, 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 VJE registered?

FV11 VJE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 April 2011.

Is FV11 VJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 VJE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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