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GF11 FUT

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,346 mi
Last recorded58,346 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF11 FUT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Nov 2018 58,346 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2017 46,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has small cut in tyre wall but no cords exposed. Nearing tread depth limit. Advise to replace tyre. 195/55/R15 85H Continental

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Nov 2017 46,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has small cut in tyre wall but no cords exposed. Nearing tread depth limit. Advise to replace tyre. 195/55/R15 85H Continental

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Topped Up and now working (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 38,064 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 29 Nov 2015 28,669 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 21,749 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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GF11 FUT is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 GF11 FUT, 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 GF11 FUT registered?

GF11 FUT is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 April 2011.

Is GF11 FUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF11 FUT shows 6 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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