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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LB61 BZSMOT history

LB61 BZS is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 78,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
78,541 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 BZS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 BZS was last recorded at 78,541 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 2,181 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,360 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,181 miles
Average per year
4,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,541 miles
  • 2025 – 76,360 miles
  • 2024 – 73,941 miles
  • 2023 – 70,873 miles
  • 2022 – 65,823 miles
  • 2021 – 61,984 miles
  • 2020 – 55,932 miles
  • 2019 – 51,146 miles
  • 2018 – 45,136 miles
  • 2017 – 38,452 miles
  • 2016 – 33,481 miles
  • 2015 – 29,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,541 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,541 miles (+2,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    78,541 miles
    Test number
    572028073835
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  2. Pass76,360 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,360 miles
    Test number
    871514929963
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail76,360 miles (+2,419)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,360 miles
    Test number
    467325895010
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass73,941 miles (+3,068)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    73,941 miles
    Test number
    772438679760
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass70,873 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    70,873 miles
    Test number
    161908096952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail70,872 miles (+5,049)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,872 miles
    Test number
    357611814268
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass65,823 miles (+3,839)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    65,823 miles
    Test number
    410951646703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front anti roll bar link is rubbing on wheel arch liner
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror cover is damaged

  8. Pass61,984 miles (+6,052)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    61,984 miles
    Test number
    774286561239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,932 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    55,932 miles
    Test number
    590960833513
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake is binding

  10. Fail55,932 miles (+4,786)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,932 miles
    Test number
    829890808196
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake is binding

  11. Pass51,146 miles (+6,010)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    51,146 miles
    Test number
    436881574312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,136 miles (+6,684)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    45,136 miles
    Test number
    806202432315
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPassengers seat belts not tested central and o/s/r

  13. Pass38,452 miles (+4,971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    38,452 miles
    Test number
    437458264720
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass33,481 miles (+4,427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    33,481 miles
    Test number
    162543135167
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view at time of test
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted at time of test

  15. Pass29,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    29,054 miles
    Test number
    588855355088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 BZS

Does LB61 BZS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 BZS is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 BZS?
The MOT on LB61 BZS is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 BZS done?
LB61 BZS was recorded at 78,541 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 4,444 miles a year.
Has LB61 BZS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 BZS has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 BZS 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 BZS find?
LB61 BZS passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; engine oil leak.

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