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GJ11 FHB

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

27,861 mi
Last recorded27,861 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ11 FHB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 27,861 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 27,245 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 27,245 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 26,112 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 24,671 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 23,198 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 22,075 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f and o/s/f in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 21,202 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f and o/s/f in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2020 21,202 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f and o/s/f in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 19,532 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 19,532 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 17,149 miles

both rear tyres perishing/cracking in tread recommend renewal

Pass 16 Feb 2017 15,117 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 12,654 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 9,950 miles

tread cracking front tyres

tread cracking rear tyres

Pass 13 Feb 2014 7,383 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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GJ11 FHB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc 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 GJ11 FHB, 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 GJ11 FHB registered?

GJ11 FHB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is GJ11 FHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ11 FHB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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