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GX61 FBB

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,190 mi
Last recorded74,190 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX61 FBB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 74,190 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2026 74,190 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 72,502 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 67,067 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 58,874 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 54,359 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 45,379 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2020 39,317 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 25,990 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 18,215 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Feb 2018 18,215 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 63,086 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' windscreen scratched but not effecting drivers view of the road. (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Feb 2017 14,045 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' windscreen scratched but not effecting drivers view of the road. (8.3.1d)

engine, dpf and tyre lights all on.

Pass 12 Jan 2016 13,733 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

eml light on

Pass 6 Jan 2015 12,231 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine warning lights on dash

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 FBB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey 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 GX61 FBB, 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 FBB registered?

GX61 FBB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 16 December 2011.

Is GX61 FBB safe to buy?

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