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DA11 DWU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,860 mi
Last recorded87,860 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA11 DWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 87,860 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 81,164 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 81,163 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 76,555 miles

electric windows not working

Fail 30 Jul 2019 76,555 miles

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front flexi (8.2.2.1 (b))

Rear Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

electric windows not working

Pass 12 Jul 2018 73,122 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

bonnet release cable insecure from handle

Pass 23 May 2017 65,929 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2017 65,929 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2016 59,208 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2016 59,208 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 51,376 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 41,428 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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DA11 DWU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DA11 DWU, 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 DA11 DWU registered?

DA11 DWU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 May 2011.

Is DA11 DWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA11 DWU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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