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GF61 VVA

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,638 mi
Last recorded50,638 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 VVA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 50,638 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 48,809 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 46,299 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 44,183 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 42,607 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 41,350 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 39,873 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 37,806 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 37,806 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 35,441 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade starting to split

Pass 9 Nov 2016 26,063 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 18,517 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 11,182 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 VVA is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue 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 VVA, 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 VVA?

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What year was GF61 VVA registered?

GF61 VVA is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is GF61 VVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 VVA 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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