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EX11 ZBE

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

344,363 mi
Last recorded344,363 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX11 ZBE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 344,363 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Sideskirt trims partially covering outer sills

Fail 19 May 2026 344,361 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt twisted & split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Sideskirt trims partially covering outer sills

Pass 19 Apr 2025 332,218 miles

Both rear shock shrouds insecure

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 319,510 miles

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

both rear shock absorber shrouds insecure

Pass 24 Feb 2024 317,846 miles

both rear shock absorber dust shrouds insecure

parking brake lever has little reserve travel (possible adjustment needed)

Pass 24 Feb 2023 301,761 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 283,982 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 264,932 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 251,558 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 243,805 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Feb 2019 234,805 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre clamp/sleeve broken (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 6 Mar 2018 216,394 miles

rear exhaust box outer casing corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2017 195,673 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 174,322 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 174,322 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 134,745 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 95,248 miles

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

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

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

both rear suspension re-bound rubbers split

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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EX11 ZBE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EX11 ZBE, 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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EX11 ZBE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 March 2011.

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