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BX11 NJN

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

111,459 mi
Last recorded111,459 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX11 NJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 111,459 miles

Nearside door and outer sill show damage

Fail 29 Dec 2025 111,459 miles

Nearside door and outer sill show damage

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 101,146 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2024 101,049 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 87,374 miles

Drivers Sun visor missing

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing more heavily on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 18 Dec 2023 87,374 miles

Drivers Sun visor missing

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing more heavily on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 72,022 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding is starting to separate from the arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 72,022 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder from centre of windscreen ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding is starting to separate from the arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated has a nail in the centre and has been driven while underinflated, there is damage to the sidewall as a result. (5.2.3 (l))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 1 Dec 2021 57,538 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 57,538 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 47,661 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2020 47,661 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 May 2019 32,033 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front cv boot perished

Pass 19 Apr 2018 25,299 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 25,299 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 13,967 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 10,566 miles

All four tyres have age related perishing

Pass 28 Mar 2014 8,268 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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BX11 NJN is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 BX11 NJN, 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 BX11 NJN registered?

BX11 NJN is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 March 2011.

Is BX11 NJN safe to buy?

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