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A24 BNG

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,285 mi
Last recorded90,285 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA24 BNG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2024 90,285 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 84,290 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 78,189 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 66,978 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect x2 both sides seeping (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Mirror glass cracked but functioning as intended.

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2021 66,978 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working Mirror indicator (led unit) not working. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag lamp illuminated (7.1.6 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect x2 both sides seeping (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 both sides tyres wearing on edges . O/s/f @cords soon on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Mirror glass cracked but functioning as intended.

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has 2/3 mm remaining + heavily cracked/perished. 175/70/R14 84T (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 63,015 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit worn on outer (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jul 2020 63,015 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit worn on outer (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 57,876 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear tyre on wear indicators + starting to perish.

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Fail 23 Mar 2019 57,868 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. light unit possibly faulty (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear tyre on wear indicators + starting to perish.

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 22 Apr 2017 47,568 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 41,050 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 33,196 miles

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

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 24 Apr 2014 27,273 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 27,273 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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A24 BNG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 A24 BNG, 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 A24 BNG registered?

A24 BNG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 February 2011.

Is A24 BNG safe to buy?

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