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GF11 WXX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,988 mi
Last recorded74,988 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF11 WXX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 74,988 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 70,321 miles

(Fuel tank filler cap rubber seal perished)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 65,202 miles

Fuel tank filler cap rubber seal perished

Offside 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 6 Feb 2024 65,202 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank filler cap rubber seal perished

Offside 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))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 52,598 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 43,095 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 4-5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap seal perished

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))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 41,339 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap seal perished

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, Also heavily worn on edges/deep cracks in and around side wall no cords or ply showing at time of inspection. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, Also heavily worn on edges/deep cracks in and around side wall no cords or ply showing at time of inspection. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 11 Feb 2021 41,339 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre also heavily perished/cracked from age (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap seal perished

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, Also heavily worn on edges/deep cracks in and around side wall no cords or ply showing at time of inspection. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, Also heavily worn on edges/deep cracks in and around side wall no cords or ply showing at time of inspection. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 39,717 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (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 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside 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))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 34,016 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 27,316 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 23,751 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 15,555 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 11,152 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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GF11 WXX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GF11 WXX, 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 GF11 WXX registered?

GF11 WXX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 June 2011.

Is GF11 WXX safe to buy?

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