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DF11 RZJ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

66,401 mi
Last recorded66,401 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF11 RZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 66,401 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 60,684 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 60,682 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 51,932 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 47,900 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 43,600 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 38,292 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 38,269 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2020 34,959 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 33,115 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 31,444 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 28,870 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 26,563 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 22,166 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 19,620 miles

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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DF11 RZJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 RZJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF11 RZJ registered?

DF11 RZJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 August 2011.

Is DF11 RZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF11 RZJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF11 RZJ have outstanding finance?

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