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GY61 MLU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

90,988 mi
Last recorded90,988 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 MLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 90,988 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 81,983 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 81,983 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 73,805 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 73,805 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective cap seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 63,420 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 59,701 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 59,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 54,597 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 54,597 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 48,414 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 48,412 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 42,007 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 35,698 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 27,766 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 19,475 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 MLU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MLU, 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 GY61 MLU registered?

GY61 MLU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 November 2011.

Is GY61 MLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 MLU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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