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DN11 XER

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

118,013 mi
Last recorded118,013 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN11 XER
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 118,013 miles

Front Undertray fitted

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2025 114,607 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 110,187 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 110,187 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 104,864 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 96,742 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under tray and engine cover fitted, obstructing view

Pass 8 Sep 2021 90,327 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 86,973 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 76,696 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 63,037 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 46,153 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 25,917 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 18,210 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 12,667 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 12,286 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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DN11 XER is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DN11 XER, 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 DN11 XER registered?

DN11 XER is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 May 2011.

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