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GU61 ARO

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

59,724 mi
Last recorded59,724 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 ARO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 59,724 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 59,724 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 May 2025 49,400 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 47,543 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 41,638 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 32,861 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 28,160 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 28,160 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 20,117 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 17,259 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 15,669 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 13,903 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 12,345 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 10,299 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 8,059 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 ARO is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue 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 GU61 ARO, 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 ARO registered?

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

Is GU61 ARO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 ARO 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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