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GU11 KWJ

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

67,478 mi
Last recorded67,478 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU11 KWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 67,478 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 66,213 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2025 66,213 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 64,009 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 61,524 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 61,524 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 60,170 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 58,675 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 57,310 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 55,357 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 49,113 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 45,152 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 40,051 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 35,271 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 27,960 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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GU11 KWJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GU11 KWJ, 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 GU11 KWJ registered?

GU11 KWJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 March 2011.

Is GU11 KWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU11 KWJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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