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CXZ 3494

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Orange Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

134,184 mi
Last recorded134,184 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCXZ 3494
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2023 134,184 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2023 134,184 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 122,328 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 110,439 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust showing deterioration

filter adjacent to tank appears damp /no visible leak seek further workshop advise

light scratching to screen

oil leak around intercooler pipe /seek further workshop advise

Fail 3 Apr 2021 110,439 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust showing deterioration

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

filter adjacent to tank appears damp /no visible leak seek further workshop advise

light scratching to screen

oil leak around intercooler pipe /seek further workshop advise

Pass 23 Mar 2020 98,469 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Mar 2020 98,303 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 83,104 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner pad to disc surface area reduced due to rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) has excessive movement in joint seek workshop advise asap ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner pad to disc surface area reduced due to rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2019 83,073 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner pad to disc surface area reduced due to rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) has excessive movement in joint seek workshop advise asap ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner pad to disc surface area reduced due to rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 71,326 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on inner surfaces (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Feb 2018 71,325 miles

Electrical wiring insecure ecu unit in engine compartment (1.9.2a)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on inner surfaces (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 64,677 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Oct 2015 51,650 miles

Nearside Front Inner steering rack end

oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2014 31,494 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Nov 2014 31,494 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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CXZ 3494 is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Orange with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 CXZ 3494, 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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CXZ 3494 is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 2 December 2011.

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