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CX11 XML

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

69,167 mi
Last recorded69,167 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX11 XML
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 69,167 miles

surface corrosion to rear suspension components

Pass 28 Oct 2024 64,279 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 64,273 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall perishing to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2023 58,650 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 58,636 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 54,757 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 54,182 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 54,182 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 53,387 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 52,354 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 52,192 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 45,442 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 45,442 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 38,543 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 32,070 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 24,324 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Feb 2015 24,324 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2014 18,739 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

edges slightly worn on both front tyres

slight cracks to tread on both rear tyres

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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CX11 XML is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 CX11 XML, 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 CX11 XML registered?

CX11 XML is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 March 2011.

Is CX11 XML safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX11 XML shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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