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GF61 LVV

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

116,187 mi
Last recorded116,187 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 LVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 116,187 miles

Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH FRONT (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT,lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front exhaust flexy section slight blow/poor condition

slight handbrake free travel

various small stone chips to windscreen

Pass 11 Apr 2025 110,759 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 108,542 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 102,375 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 92,043 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 92,043 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both 215 45 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 78,297 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 68,334 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 68,334 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 60,271 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 46,187 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres some perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 46,187 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres some perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 32,660 miles

Underbody covers fitted

Undertray fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2016 25,366 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 20,631 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 16,335 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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GF61 LVV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,198cc 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 GF61 LVV, 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 GF61 LVV registered?

GF61 LVV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 November 2011.

Is GF61 LVV safe to buy?

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