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GY61 DWP

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

73,406 mi
Last recorded73,406 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 DWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 73,406 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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))

Fail 7 Apr 2026 73,406 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 63,597 miles

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

handbrake travel near max limit

Pass 11 Apr 2024 55,474 miles

park brake lever has high travel

Fail 10 Apr 2024 55,474 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/70/r14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

park brake lever has high travel

Pass 13 Mar 2023 45,389 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 44,478 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 44,478 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 42,978 miles

Offside Front tyre near bald inner edge

Pass 9 Jul 2020 41,595 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2020 41,595 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Jul 2019 39,514 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 39,514 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 35,590 miles

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))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 29,988 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 29,988 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 24,469 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 24,469 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 18,623 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 18,623 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 14,235 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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GY61 DWP is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black 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 GY61 DWP, 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 GY61 DWP registered?

GY61 DWP is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is GY61 DWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 DWP shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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