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GX11 VJP

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

54,167 mi
Last recorded54,167 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX11 VJP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 54,167 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2025 54,167 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 49,571 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 49,558 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster on headlight not working (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 40,538 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 31,798 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 31,798 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 27,277 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 27,081 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 26,575 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 26,575 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 25,657 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 25,264 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 24,482 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 23,314 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 22,134 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 21,176 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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GX11 VJP is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GX11 VJP, 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 GX11 VJP registered?

GX11 VJP is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 June 2011.

Is GX11 VJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX11 VJP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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