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GJ61 CKA

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,908 mi
Last recorded73,908 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 CKA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 73,908 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s/f n/s/f (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 72,504 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))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 69,230 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 65,321 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 64,254 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 62,467 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 57,022 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2019 57,022 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 52,352 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 49,041 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 49,041 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 40,101 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Sep 2015 34,504 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 27,717 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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GJ61 CKA is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GJ61 CKA, 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 GJ61 CKA registered?

GJ61 CKA is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 September 2011.

Is GJ61 CKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ61 CKA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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