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DU11 UPC

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,427 mi
Last recorded53,427 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU11 UPC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 53,427 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 48,232 miles

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

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

Offside 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))

Fail 28 Apr 2025 48,232 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside 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 21 May 2024 44,854 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 40,404 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 34,416 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2021 29,089 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 28,221 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 27,672 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 26,551 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 24,642 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 22,470 miles

All tyres small cracks to tread area

Pass 24 Mar 2015 19,707 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 16,299 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 16,299 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 15,385 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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DU11 UPC is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc 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 DU11 UPC, 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 DU11 UPC registered?

DU11 UPC is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 March 2011.

Is DU11 UPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU11 UPC 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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