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GL60 FPE

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

92,755 mi
Last recorded92,755 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL60 FPE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 92,755 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2026 92,754 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 87,077 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 86,918 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

sump slightly damage

Pass 22 Jan 2024 82,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2024 82,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 77,030 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 77,012 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 72,121 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Jan 2022 72,121 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 68,093 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 63,575 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 57,755 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 53,400 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 53,400 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps BOTH REAR (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 45,381 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 4 Jan 2016 37,713 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 30,699 miles

off side rear brake binds slightly???

Pass 30 Dec 2013 23,827 miles

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

o/s wiper blade split

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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GL60 FPE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL60 FPE, 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 GL60 FPE registered?

GL60 FPE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 January 2011.

Is GL60 FPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL60 FPE shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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