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GV60 NXE

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

142,014 mi
Last recorded142,014 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV60 NXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 142,014 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2026 141,992 miles

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

rear seats been removed cannot teat seatbelts

Pass 4 Aug 2025 136,621 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

under side corroded

Fail 4 Aug 2025 136,621 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

under side corroded

Fail 30 Jun 2025 136,600 miles

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

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under side corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2024 126,235 miles
Fail 16 May 2024 126,188 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 120,264 miles

front exhaust flexy worn and blowing slightly

Fail 16 Feb 2023 120,264 miles

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

Offside Front tyre close to exposing chord

front exhaust flexy worn and blowing slightly

Pass 17 Feb 2022 111,229 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2022 111,032 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 101,941 miles

front inner tyres worn uneven and close to limit

offside drl light inop

service light on

Fail 2 Feb 2021 101,941 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

front inner tyres worn uneven and close to limit

offside drl light inop

service light on

Pass 24 Jan 2020 94,635 miles

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2019 86,336 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 86,336 miles

Offside Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 78,459 miles

front tyres on legal limit

nearside front outer cv gaiter leaking slightly

Fail 26 Jan 2018 78,459 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front tyres on legal limit

nearside front outer cv gaiter leaking slightly

Pass 8 Dec 2016 67,756 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 64,385 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 59,704 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s wiper blade split

Pass 9 Jan 2014 54,460 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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GV60 NXE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 GV60 NXE, 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 GV60 NXE registered?

GV60 NXE is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 February 2011.

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