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CV11 HNR

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

43,663 mi
Last recorded43,663 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV11 HNR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 43,663 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2025 41,549 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2025 41,549 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside 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))

Pass 7 May 2024 39,377 miles

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

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

Offside Front play on the door hinge. Counter bolts have been adjusted

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive both drive shaft inner cv joints are moist with oil. Possibility of shaft seals misting (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened some corrosion visible on the rear sub-frame. Nothing serious at this stage, some conservation work would help to preserve the component (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 May 2024 39,377 miles

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

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

Offside Front play on the door hinge. Counter bolts have been adjusted

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive both drive shaft inner cv joints are moist with oil. Possibility of shaft seals misting (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened some corrosion visible on the rear sub-frame. Nothing serious at this stage, some conservation work would help to preserve the component (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2023 35,372 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2023 35,372 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 33,772 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 29,045 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 26,730 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 26,730 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 19,253 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 11,702 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 11,702 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working door mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 7,722 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 6,880 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 6,559 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 6,100 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 6,100 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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CV11 HNR is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 CV11 HNR, 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 CV11 HNR registered?

CV11 HNR is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 March 2011.

Is CV11 HNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV11 HNR shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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