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GN11 GWZ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

120,329 mi
Last recorded120,329 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN11 GWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 120,329 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 100,135 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 81,647 miles

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

Nearside outer sill corroded just out side prescribed area borderline

Fail 28 May 2021 81,647 miles

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

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

Nearside outer sill corroded just out side prescribed area borderline

Pass 1 Jun 2020 74,794 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019 66,207 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 58,959 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 52,758 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 44,662 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and discs worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit worn very low on inside edge needs replacing asap (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 31,154 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 21,497 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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GN11 GWZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GN11 GWZ, 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 GN11 GWZ registered?

GN11 GWZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 April 2011.

Is GN11 GWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN11 GWZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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