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GU61 VUM

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,943 mi
Last recorded71,943 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 VUM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 71,943 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2026 71,943 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 66,749 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 61,717 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 54,408 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 45,905 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing O/S & N/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 37,769 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing O/S & N/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 32,226 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides / outer sidewalls perished 185/60 R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 26,437 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 26,437 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 22,812 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 20,140 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 17,254 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 14,448 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 10,748 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 VUM is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey 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 VUM, 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 VUM registered?

GU61 VUM is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 September 2011.

Is GU61 VUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 VUM 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.

Does GU61 VUM have outstanding finance?

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