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GF61 KNV

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,010 mi
Last recorded77,010 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 KNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 77,010 miles

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

Rear Exhaust Corroded

Fail 11 Sep 2025 76,922 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust Corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2024 73,993 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 70,470 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 66,400 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 61,229 miles

tpms light on

Pass 15 Sep 2020 56,837 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 51,880 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 44,529 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 44,529 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 36,372 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 30,673 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 30,632 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 22,303 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 11,270 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GF61 KNV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red 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 GF61 KNV, 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 GF61 KNV registered?

GF61 KNV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 October 2011.

Is GF61 KNV safe to buy?

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