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GX61 ERU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

64,217 mi
Last recorded64,217 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX61 ERU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 64,217 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 60,637 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone bushes minor splits. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 54,884 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 48,530 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen has slight damage (chip) but not adversely affecting driver's view

Pass 24 Nov 2021 45,469 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 42,307 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre removed (no leak) ()

Fail 17 Nov 2020 42,299 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Excessive corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Nov 2019 39,828 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 36,333 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 33,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perishing / cracking through tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre perishing / cracking through tread

Pass 21 Nov 2016 29,959 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 25,775 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 20,104 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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GX61 ERU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GX61 ERU, 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 GX61 ERU registered?

GX61 ERU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is GX61 ERU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX61 ERU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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