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GL60 NWK

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

54,540 mi
Last recorded54,540 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL60 NWK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 54,540 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 51,396 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2025 51,394 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60/15/84H (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 46,738 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 46,738 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 42,934 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 38,748 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 38,748 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 36,134 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Feb 2020 33,672 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 31,927 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 30,789 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 29,409 miles

Both front wipers are starting to smear.

Both rear tyre treads are starting to get low and starting to perish.

Chip repair in front screen.

Nail in nearside rear tyre tread.

Slightly long hand brake free play.

Pass 2 Feb 2016 19,085 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 10,415 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 2,845 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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GL60 NWK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver 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 GL60 NWK, 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.

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What year was GL60 NWK registered?

GL60 NWK is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 February 2011.

Is GL60 NWK safe to buy?

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