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FX11 KNL

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,590 mi
Last recorded94,590 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX11 KNL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2025 94,590 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2023 90,072 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2022 84,609 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 80,447 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 65,910 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 64,914 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 57,897 miles

exhaust outer skin coming away

o/s/r tyre starting to crack

Pass 6 Apr 2016 47,259 miles

engine light on dash

Fail 1 Apr 2016 47,242 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

engine light on dash

front pads low, discs worn and corroded

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Apr 2015 37,993 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 37,692 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 30,552 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)

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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FX11 KNL is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FX11 KNL, 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 FX11 KNL registered?

FX11 KNL is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 March 2011.

Is FX11 KNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX11 KNL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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