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FV11 VKA

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,746 mi
Last recorded89,746 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 89,746 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 68,944 miles

h/brake travel

Pass 4 Nov 2020 67,672 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 67,670 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 65,924 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 65,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 62,432 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 58,776 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 53,809 miles

Nearside Front headlamp,one bracket missing,security not affected

Fail 29 Mar 2017 53,807 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front headlamp,one bracket missing,security not affected

Pass 1 Apr 2016 49,081 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 49,081 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 42,411 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 37,384 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 37,384 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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 VKA is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 VKA, 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 VKA registered?

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

Is FV11 VKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 VKA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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