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GJ61 VPG

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,298 mi
Last recorded116,298 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 VPG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 116,298 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 108,059 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 99,760 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 87,996 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 87,996 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2020 76,513 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 73,700 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 62,809 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 62,808 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel filter under car (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2017 52,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Sep 2017 52,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2017 51,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 46,418 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 41,301 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 41,300 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 30,802 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front bumper damaged

rear bumper damaged

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 VPG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,199cc 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 GJ61 VPG, 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 VPG registered?

GJ61 VPG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is GJ61 VPG safe to buy?

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