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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LB61 BZFMOT history

LB61 BZF is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 29 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 64,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Dec 2026
Mileage
64,401 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 BZF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 BZF was last recorded at 64,401 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 4,156 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
60,245 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,156 miles
Average per year
4,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,401 miles
  • 2024 – 60,245 miles
  • 2023 – 55,714 miles
  • 2022 – 52,453 miles
  • 2021 – 49,290 miles
  • 2020 – 45,612 miles
  • 2019 – 41,856 miles
  • 2018 – 36,452 miles
  • 2017 – 31,281 miles
  • 2016 – 27,087 miles
  • 2015 – 23,187 miles
  • 2014 – 17,569 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,401 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 23 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,401 miles (+4,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    64,401 miles
    Test number
    330971220685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass60,245 miles (+4,531)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    60,245 miles
    Test number
    717072480846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass55,714 miles (+3,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    55,714 miles
    Test number
    543339344644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass52,453 miles (+3,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    52,453 miles
    Test number
    606963182902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass49,290 miles (+3,678)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    49,290 miles
    Test number
    355769300853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass45,612 miles (+3,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    45,612 miles
    Test number
    357136571420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass41,856 miles (+5,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    41,856 miles
    Test number
    399908495400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass36,452 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    36,452 miles
    Test number
    753133169868
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  9. Fail36,446 miles (+5,165)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,446 miles
    Test number
    623536609954
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  10. Pass31,281 miles (+4,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    31,281 miles
    Test number
    659756294063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Pass27,087 miles (+3,900)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    27,087 miles
    Test number
    273644901512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,187 miles (+5,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    23,187 miles
    Test number
    640458794562
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass17,569 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    17,569 miles
    Test number
    417997754456
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Fail17,569 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,569 miles
    Test number
    768167554360
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LB61 BZF

Does LB61 BZF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 BZF is valid until 29 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB61 BZF?
The MOT on LB61 BZF is valid until 29 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 BZF done?
LB61 BZF was recorded at 64,401 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 4,273 miles a year.
Has LB61 BZF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 BZF has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on LB61 BZF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB61 BZF find?
LB61 BZF passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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