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FY11 PGK

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,516 mi
Last recorded134,516 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY11 PGK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2023 134,516 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 134,507 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened sills corroded at rear axle mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 126,400 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2021 115,500 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 107,752 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 97,328 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 87,019 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 78,777 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 68,382 miles

Offside Front daytime running light not working

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Feb 2016

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

rear brakes may require attention

Pass 14 Feb 2015 54,242 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 41,986 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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FY11 PGK 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 FY11 PGK, 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 FY11 PGK registered?

FY11 PGK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 March 2011.

Is FY11 PGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY11 PGK 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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