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GJ11 WLW

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,601 mi
Last recorded93,601 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 93,601 miles

general underside of vehicle has surface corossion

Pass 14 May 2024 87,639 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 75,343 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 65,297 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 May 2022 65,297 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 May 2021 61,205 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 61,205 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 56,842 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 50,551 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 46,178 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 40,488 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 35,613 miles

both front tyres low in tread

front brake pads low

Fail 7 Mar 2016 35,557 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres low in tread

front brake pads low

Fail 25 Mar 2015 27,318 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 27,318 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 18,734 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 WLW 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 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 WLW, 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 WLW registered?

GJ11 WLW is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 April 2011.

Is GJ11 WLW safe to buy?

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