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BD11 MLX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,188 mi
Last recorded144,188 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD11 MLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 144,188 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 144,188 miles

Central Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Front Flexipipe Corroded (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 138,517 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 133,519 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 128,816 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 120,774 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 111,412 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Oct 2017 111,412 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 86,367 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 51,004 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre wearing inside edge

Fail 15 Oct 2015 51,004 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre wearing inside edge

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 32,809 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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BD11 MLX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BD11 MLX, 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 BD11 MLX registered?

BD11 MLX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 May 2011.

Is BD11 MLX safe to buy?

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