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DE11 ZZU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,881 mi
Last recorded69,881 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE11 ZZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 69,881 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 69,722 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2024 69,720 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 55,729 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both sides. (presence of moisture) (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 42,487 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 38,164 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 36,323 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 36,323 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 35,040 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jan 2020 35,040 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 33,268 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 30,846 miles

Rear baumper sillt daemahd

Pass 5 Jan 2017 28,830 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 26,119 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 19,306 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 ZZU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZZU, 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 ZZU registered?

DE11 ZZU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 May 2011.

Is DE11 ZZU safe to buy?

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