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FV11 VVM

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,374 mi
Last recorded101,374 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 101,374 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front to rear inner and outer sill areas bubbling (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front to rear inner and outer sill areas bubbling (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 92,654 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 86,727 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 80,911 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 75,321 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 70,105 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 65,103 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 57,685 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 56,579 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 56,575 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 49,988 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 44,347 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 37,927 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 37,927 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 30,864 miles

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

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 VVM 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 86.7%.

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 VVM, 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 VVM registered?

FV11 VVM is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 April 2011.

Is FV11 VVM safe to buy?

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