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GU61 ARF

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,283 mi
Last recorded66,283 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 ARF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 66,283 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 64,311 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 61,545 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 57,787 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 54,626 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 52,943 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 49,659 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 43,808 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 37,926 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 31,823 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 22,798 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 12,787 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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GU61 ARF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GU61 ARF, 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 GU61 ARF registered?

GU61 ARF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is GU61 ARF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 ARF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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