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DF11 KJZ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,389 mi
Last recorded86,389 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF11 KJZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 86,389 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front shock absorbers weeping but not excessive (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 16 Dec 2025 86,389 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Wishbone rear bush split with excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front shock absorbers weeping but not excessive (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 76,137 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 62,515 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 62,515 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 54,591 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 47,929 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg attention required (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg attention required (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 47,929 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split and torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg attention required (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg attention required (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 45,677 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/70 14T (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 45,677 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/70 14T (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 41,741 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 37,067 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 34,455 miles

Oil leak ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 27 Jul 2016 30,868 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 26,396 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 22,018 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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DF11 KJZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DF11 KJZ, 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 DF11 KJZ registered?

DF11 KJZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 August 2011.

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