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GX60 BPU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

103,511 mi
Last recorded103,511 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX60 BPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 103,511 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front 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 19 Nov 2024 93,087 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 82,459 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2023 82,459 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 74,603 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension mounting has a large amount of lift when hanging but not under load.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge totally bald and obviously will expose the cords soon (5.2.3 (e))

fuel cap seal poor

Fail 16 Dec 2022 74,603 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension mounting has a large amount of lift when hanging but not under load.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge totally bald and obviously will expose the cords soon (5.2.3 (e))

fuel cap seal poor

Pass 22 Dec 2021 67,183 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front SLIGHT WEAR FROM STRUT TOPMOUNT

Fail 22 Dec 2021 67,183 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements NOT REFLECTIVE (0.1 (d))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front SLIGHT WEAR FROM STRUT TOPMOUNT

Offside Front SPRING NOT LOCATED CORRECTLY SEATED AT LOWER STRUT BUT UNLIKELY TO BECOME DETACHED

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 59,675 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front 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))

n/s/f shock absorber top mount has slight play.

Pass 4 Dec 2019 50,369 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 50,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 47,110 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 22 Jan 2019 47,109 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Jan 2018 42,456 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 38,688 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear tyre badly cracked

Offside Rear tyre badly cracked

Fail 25 Jan 2017 38,688 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre badly cracked

Offside Rear tyre badly cracked

Pass 25 Jan 2016 35,000 miles

child seat fitted n/s/r

Fail 25 Jan 2016 35,000 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

child seat fitted n/s/r

Pass 24 Jan 2015 30,131 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear tyres perished

Pass 21 Jan 2014 25,031 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Jan 2014 24,986 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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GX60 BPU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 GX60 BPU, 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 GX60 BPU registered?

GX60 BPU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 January 2011.

Is GX60 BPU safe to buy?

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