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DU11 OZW

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

72,077 mi
Last recorded72,077 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU11 OZW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 72,077 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 69,813 miles

rear silencer breaking up internally recommend replacement

Fail 4 Jan 2025 69,623 miles

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction rectified, removed phone holder from w/screen swept area (3.1 (a) (ii))

rear silencer breaking up internally recommend replacement

Pass 20 Jan 2024 67,658 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 65,838 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test w/screen swept area to remain clear ()

Pass 31 Jan 2022 63,710 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2022 63,710 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2021 59,930 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 57,869 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2020 57,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 53,172 miles

Nearside Rear Bump Stop Poor.

Offside Rear Bump Stop Poor.

Screen Has Small Stone Chip.

Pass 21 Feb 2018 48,052 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 43,102 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 35,987 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 29,791 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 23,511 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 23,511 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DU11 OZW is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DU11 OZW, 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

How do I check the history of DU11 OZW?

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What year was DU11 OZW registered?

DU11 OZW is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 March 2011.

Is DU11 OZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU11 OZW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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