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HV61 GXG

2011 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

97,193 mi
Last recorded97,193 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV61 GXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 97,193 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 94,170 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 92,468 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 82,894 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 72,225 miles

N/S/R Suspension shock dust cover loose

Slight corrosion to exhaust

Fail 21 Jan 2022 72,225 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

N/S/R Suspension shock dust cover loose

Slight corrosion to exhaust

Pass 2 Feb 2021 64,032 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 52,886 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 48,796 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 48,118 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 45,067 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 45,067 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' sticker removed from swept area. (8.3.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 41,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 41,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 33,490 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 26,099 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 26,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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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HV61 GXG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HV61 GXG, 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 HV61 GXG registered?

HV61 GXG is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 September 2011.

Is HV61 GXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV61 GXG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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