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HV11 YGW

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

36,052 mi
Last recorded36,052 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV11 YGW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 36,052 miles

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

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

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

Rear hand brake has long travel

Pass 19 Jun 2025 35,463 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 12 Jun 2024 34,745 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 34,745 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 33,681 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 32,597 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective blade splitting (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut inside edge of tyre (cords NOT showing) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective blade splitting (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 31,522 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))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 30,439 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 30,437 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords due to excess cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 28,942 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2019 28,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 25,405 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 22,121 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 18,065 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 14,126 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 10,469 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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HV11 YGW 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 81.3%.

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 HV11 YGW, 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 HV11 YGW registered?

HV11 YGW is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 June 2011.

Is HV11 YGW safe to buy?

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