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GF11 FVV

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,467 mi
Last recorded85,467 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF11 FVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 85,467 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 81,556 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 70,227 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 59,441 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 50,232 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 50,232 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 42,660 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 36,315 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 35,057 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 31,593 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 27,750 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 24,119 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 19,951 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

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 FVV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GF11 FVV, 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

How do I check the history of GF11 FVV?

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What year was GF11 FVV registered?

GF11 FVV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 April 2011.

Is GF11 FVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF11 FVV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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