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KN11 DXV

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,711 mi
Last recorded24,711 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN11 DXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 24,711 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 22,223 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 22,222 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 22,208 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 20,705 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 18,248 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 15,459 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 11,800 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 13,448 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 12,604 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 11,583 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 10,169 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 8,600 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 7,100 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 5,553 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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KN11 DXV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KN11 DXV, 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 KN11 DXV registered?

KN11 DXV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 April 2011.

Is KN11 DXV safe to buy?

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