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GK61 VUX

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,378 mi
Last recorded56,378 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK61 VUX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 56,378 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 51,550 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 47,860 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 45,616 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 45,616 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 34,174 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 28,399 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2020 24,129 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on sidewall & cracking inbetween treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking inbetween treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 May 2020 24,129 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking inbetween treads & wearing low on edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on sidewall & cracking inbetween treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking inbetween treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 20,896 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 18,061 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 18,061 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 15,512 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 9,643 miles

Nail in O/S/F tyre

Pass 18 Aug 2015 5,363 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 4,394 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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GK61 VUX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White 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 GK61 VUX, 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 GK61 VUX registered?

GK61 VUX is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is GK61 VUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK61 VUX 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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