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HK11 OUL

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

98,001 mi
Last recorded98,001 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK11 OUL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 98,001 miles

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

Lower undertrays fitted some components not visible

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

Nearside Rear bump stop rubber split

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2025 84,036 miles

Central Front handbrake nearing stop may require adjustment or repair

Central Front oil level low

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Lower undertrays fitted some components not visible

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approaching fail criteria (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear wishbone bush approaching fail criteria (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear boot lock opening intermittent

Fail 1 Feb 2025 84,036 miles

Central Front handbrake nearing stop may require adjustment or repair

Central Front oil level low

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Lower undertrays fitted some components not visible

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approaching fail criteria (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear wishbone bush approaching fail criteria (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear boot lock opening intermittent

Pass 3 Feb 2024 65,034 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 55,949 miles

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))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 44,872 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 40,905 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 38,670 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread wearing inside and outside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 36,047 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 34,308 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 32,147 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 32,147 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2016 27,399 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 23,891 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 18,161 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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HK11 OUL is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HK11 OUL, 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 HK11 OUL registered?

HK11 OUL is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 July 2011.

Is HK11 OUL safe to buy?

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