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EA11 PXN

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2023
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

84,332 mi
Last recorded84,332 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA11 PXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 84,332 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 84,332 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 79,300 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 79,300 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2020 75,526 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 71,072 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 71,072 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 64,273 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 64,273 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 59,015 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 59,015 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 53,341 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 50,930 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

screen scratch by wiper

Fail 10 Dec 2014 50,930 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

screen scratch by wiper

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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EA11 PXN is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EA11 PXN, 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 EA11 PXN?

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What year was EA11 PXN registered?

EA11 PXN is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 April 2011.

Is EA11 PXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA11 PXN shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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