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DE11 GZS

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

128,719 mi
Last recorded128,719 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE11 GZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 128,719 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 121,157 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 116,281 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 110,273 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 94,897 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 78,242 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 78,242 miles

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

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2019 55,055 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 37,974 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside surface of disc (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside surface of disc (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 May 2017 22,016 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 19,309 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 16,740 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 14,221 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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DE11 GZS is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DE11 GZS, 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 DE11 GZS registered?

DE11 GZS is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 March 2011.

Is DE11 GZS safe to buy?

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