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BN11 UCV

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,602 mi
Last recorded33,602 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN11 UCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 33,602 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 33,268 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 32,169 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 30,449 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 28,715 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 27,146 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 26,072 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 24,511 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all tyres cracking

Pass 24 Feb 2018 22,920 miles

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

all tyres cracked

Pass 25 Feb 2017 20,946 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 19,041 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 16,082 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 14,288 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 UCV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UCV, 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 UCV registered?

BN11 UCV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 March 2011.

Is BN11 UCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN11 UCV shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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