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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB61 FSJMOT history

LB61 FSJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Jan 2012. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 69,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2026
Mileage
69,964 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 FSJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 FSJ was last recorded at 69,964 miles on 22 Apr 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,960 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,964 miles
  • 2024 – 64,215 miles
  • 2023 – 59,558 miles
  • 2022 – 53,708 miles
  • 2021 – 52,264 miles
  • 2019 – 48,764 miles
  • 2017 – 35,946 miles
  • 2015 – 23,543 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,964 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,964 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    69,964 miles
    Test number
    786962613185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail69,960 miles (+5,745)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,960 miles
    Test number
    197115294937
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass64,215 miles (+4,657)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    64,215 miles
    Test number
    434864102109
    • MinorOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly

  4. Pass59,558 miles (+5,850)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    59,558 miles
    Test number
    325980199161
    • MinorOffside Rear 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))

  5. Pass53,708 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    53,708 miles
    Test number
    501940788268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail53,708 miles (+1,444)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,708 miles
    Test number
    284554818586
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass52,264 miles (+3,500)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    52,264 miles
    Test number
    603633254268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    48,764 miles
    Test number
    192832189858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail48,764 miles (+2,908)8 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,764 miles
    Test number
    127792438492
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass45,856 miles (+9,910)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    45,856 miles
    Test number
    733745255209
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass35,946 miles (+7,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    35,946 miles
    Test number
    414199108667
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass28,390 miles (+4,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    28,390 miles
    Test number
    291104117321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass23,543 miles (+7,936)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    23,543 miles
    Test number
    796822203191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    15,607 miles
    Test number
    327419515081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail15,607 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,607 miles
    Test number
    768019615065
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Questions about LB61 FSJ

Does LB61 FSJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB61 FSJ expired on 21 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB61 FSJ?
The MOT on LB61 FSJ expired on 21 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB61 FSJ done?
LB61 FSJ was recorded at 69,964 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2025, an average of 5,300 miles a year.
Has LB61 FSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 FSJ has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 FSJ 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 FSJ find?
LB61 FSJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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