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DG11 YLJ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

142,029 mi
Last recorded142,029 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG11 YLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 142,029 miles

both sides front bottom arms, rear bushes worn, o/s close to limit

both sides sill becoming very rusy

Pass 4 Mar 2025 135,203 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 128,943 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 124,270 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 27 Feb 2023 124,270 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 120,446 miles

handbrake travel high

Pass 16 Mar 2021 116,690 miles

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

exhaust flexi deteriated

plastic suround missing from o/s/f seatbelt clasp

Fail 13 Mar 2021 116,675 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

exhaust flexi deteriated

plastic suround missing from o/s/f seatbelt clasp

Pass 10 Mar 2020 114,079 miles

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

front flexi part of exhaust deteriated

Pass 19 Feb 2019 110,736 miles

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

front exhaust flexi deteriated

Pass 22 Feb 2018 98,527 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 83,094 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 59,837 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front seat belt buckle cover missing

Pass 9 Apr 2015 39,002 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 22,737 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 22,422 miles

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

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

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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DG11 YLJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DG11 YLJ, 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 DG11 YLJ registered?

DG11 YLJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 March 2011.

Is DG11 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG11 YLJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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