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GY61 PYB

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

62,371 mi
Last recorded62,371 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 62,371 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2026 62,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 60,103 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 54,682 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 45,897 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 45,897 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2017 38,209 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 38,209 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear tyres perishing

Pass 10 Aug 2016 32,528 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 24,356 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 17,532 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 PYB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 PYB, 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

How do I check the history of GY61 PYB?

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What year was GY61 PYB registered?

GY61 PYB is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 November 2011.

Is GY61 PYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 PYB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY61 PYB have outstanding finance?

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