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BN11 CTO

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,369 mi
Last recorded73,369 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN11 CTO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 73,369 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 68,180 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 64,306 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 64,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 59,235 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Advise service /clean and adjust. Intermittent (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Intermittent . Advise service/clean and adjust (1.2.1 (f))

Parking/Hand brake has little reserve travel

Pass 27 Jun 2018 57,605 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 51,996 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 51,996 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 45,709 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 41,640 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 6 Mar 2014 37,524 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 37,524 miles

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

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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BN11 CTO 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 BN11 CTO, 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 BN11 CTO registered?

BN11 CTO is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 2 March 2011.

Is BN11 CTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN11 CTO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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