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BN11 XFB

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,374 mi
Last recorded67,374 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN11 XFB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 67,374 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced axle beam (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2026 67,374 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced axle beam (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 65,950 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 63,842 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes slightly swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge and heavily perished inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 29 Jul 2023 60,909 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded NSR and OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2023 60,909 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded NSR and OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 54,873 miles

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative audible warning only / light on dash not working (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 51,426 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 38,890 miles

N/S/R tyre wearing on outer section of tread

all tyres deteriorated in tread ( N/S/F tyre tread at 3mm/ O/S/F tread at 2.5mm 185/60 r15 84 h)

corrosion to O/S/R coil spring

fuel cap seal deteriorating

rear brakes slightly noisy when applied in brake rollers

Pass 28 Mar 2018 29,199 miles

all tyres perishing in tread

corrosion to O/S/R coil spring

front brake discs corroded

fuel cap seal deteriorating

Pass 29 Mar 2017 23,828 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 19,718 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 14,673 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 10,764 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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BN11 XFB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XFB, 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 XFB registered?

BN11 XFB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 March 2011.

Is BN11 XFB safe to buy?

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