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GJ11 OPV

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,742 mi
Last recorded109,742 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ11 OPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 109,742 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 106,026 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 101,673 miles

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

hand brake travel high

Pass 13 Oct 2022 96,532 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 93,757 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 91,841 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Aug 2020 91,841 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 90,326 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 84,944 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 84,944 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2017 74,442 miles

Offside Front tyre just starting to perish on outer edge

Pass 2 Sep 2016 63,949 miles

nsf shocker weeping .

Fail 1 Sep 2016 63,949 miles

Nearside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nsf shocker weeping .

Pass 11 Jun 2015 46,571 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 46,571 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 40,387 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 OPV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OPV, 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 OPV registered?

GJ11 OPV is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 June 2011.

Is GJ11 OPV safe to buy?

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