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GF61 VMZ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

89,813 mi
Last recorded89,813 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 VMZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 89,813 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2025 83,099 miles

Nearside Front Damage to outer sill area

Fail 28 May 2025 83,099 miles

Nearside Front Damage to outer sill area

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2024 78,669 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 78,669 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 76,110 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Oct 2021 72,290 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 68,296 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 64,694 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 59,593 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 51,620 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 44,020 miles

advise 4 wheel tracking

Fail 26 Oct 2016 44,020 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

advise 4 wheel tracking

Pass 25 Nov 2015 34,958 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 34,958 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Nov 2014 25,007 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 25,007 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 VMZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VMZ, 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 VMZ?

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What year was GF61 VMZ registered?

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

Is GF61 VMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 VMZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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