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GF61 VMG

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,821 mi
Last recorded39,821 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 VMG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 39,821 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 38,348 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge balding. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge balding. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 36,377 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 34,665 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 32,697 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 31,102 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 29,137 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 26,947 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 26,947 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 24,922 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Nov 2016 22,310 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 18,726 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 14,344 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front and rear Tyres are perishing

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 VMG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VMG, 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

How do I check the history of GF61 VMG?

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What year was GF61 VMG registered?

GF61 VMG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is GF61 VMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 VMG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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