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GU61 LFF

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

185,204 mi
Last recorded185,204 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 LFF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 185,204 miles

Central Stone chip on windscreen

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Daytime running light not working

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting has slight play

Nearside Rear Bumper corner damaged

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting has slight play

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 13 Feb 2026 185,204 miles

Central Stone chip on windscreen

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Daytime running light not working

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting has slight play

Nearside Rear Bumper corner damaged

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting has slight play

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 164,892 miles

Central Stone chip on windscreen

Nearside Day time light not working

Nearside Front Upper suspension mounting slightly worn

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

Offside Front Upper suspension mounting slightly worn

Fail 17 Feb 2025 164,713 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Stone chip on windscreen

Nearside Day time light not working

Nearside Front Upper suspension mounting slightly worn

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

Offside Front Upper suspension mounting slightly worn

Pass 22 Feb 2024 143,114 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2mm, and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Undertray and underbody covers fitted

Fail 22 Feb 2024 143,114 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2mm, and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Undertray and underbody covers fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2023 125,726 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 119,889 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 111,528 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 111,528 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Mar 2020 106,160 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 98,135 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 80,984 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2017 80,984 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 69,184 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 54,805 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 42,339 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 LFF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LFF, 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 GU61 LFF registered?

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

Is GU61 LFF safe to buy?

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