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FY11 CUJ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

66,681 mi
Last recorded66,681 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY11 CUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 66,681 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Completely worn tread on inner and outer edges, tyre is also perished and has cuts to outer wall. Replacement is advised 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Completely worn tread on inner edge, Replacement is advised 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Panel damage / No sharp edges

Fail 16 Apr 2025 66,680 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush has debonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush has debonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Completely worn tread on inner and outer edges, tyre is also perished and has cuts to outer wall. Replacement is advised 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Completely worn tread on inner edge, Replacement is advised 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Panel damage / No sharp edges

Pass 4 Apr 2024 61,173 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2024 61,163 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 56,069 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 56,069 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 55,175 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 55,175 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall screw in sidewall bulging (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 52,917 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 51,164 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2020 51,164 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 47,872 miles

Both rear tyres deteriorating in the tread area.

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 43,434 miles

Rear tyres cracked and worn

Pass 21 Feb 2017 37,900 miles

Both front tyre valves cracked

Both rear tyres cracked through tread

Fail 21 Feb 2017 37,898 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel Filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Both front tyre valves cracked

Both rear tyres cracked through tread

Pass 23 Feb 2016 31,365 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 24,569 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 17,924 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2014 17,924 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

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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FY11 CUJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 FY11 CUJ, 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

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What year was FY11 CUJ registered?

FY11 CUJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is FY11 CUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY11 CUJ shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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