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GY61 FHR

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,124 mi
Last recorded85,124 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 85,124 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2025 85,103 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill. corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 25 Oct 2024 79,361 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chiped (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 71,699 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 66,903 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 3 Nov 2021 60,031 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 58,680 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 57,875 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 51,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm 175/70r14 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 51,980 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm 175/70r14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 45,587 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 39,259 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 30,240 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 19,935 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on the inside edge

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 FHR is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GY61 FHR, 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 FHR registered?

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

Is GY61 FHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 FHR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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