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GV11 NBF

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Red Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,110 mi
Last recorded51,110 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV11 NBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 51,110 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2025 51,110 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 47,453 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn smooth on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 42,989 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 31,049 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 24,294 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 22,269 miles

under trays and covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 23 Oct 2019 19,961 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut: attachment bracket / mounting has slight play

Fail 23 Oct 2019 19,961 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut: attachment bracket / mounting has slight play

Pass 20 Sep 2018 18,584 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 18,584 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 14,250 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 8,194 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 2,819 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 2,526 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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GV11 NBF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV11 NBF, 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 GV11 NBF registered?

GV11 NBF is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 July 2011.

Is GV11 NBF safe to buy?

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