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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,197 cc

LB61 FYAMOT history

LB61 FYA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 87,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
87,870 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,290 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 FYA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 FYA was last recorded at 87,870 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 2,896 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,974 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,896 miles
Average per year
5,290 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,870 miles
  • 2025 – 84,974 miles
  • 2024 – 81,452 miles
  • 2023 – 76,356 miles
  • 2022 – 69,066 miles
  • 2021 – 64,437 miles
  • 2020 – 59,232 miles
  • 2019 – 54,681 miles
  • 2018 – 50,582 miles
  • 2017 – 44,484 miles
  • 2016 – 38,072 miles
  • 2015 – 29,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,870 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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 Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower dust cover

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top dust cover

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,870 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    87,870 miles
    Test number
    467587792124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail87,870 miles (+2,896)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,870 miles
    Test number
    144235884342
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass84,974 miles (+3,522)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    84,974 miles
    Test number
    700739896672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,452 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    81,452 miles
    Test number
    937167295959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail81,451 miles (+5,095)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,451 miles
    Test number
    740178297070
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass76,356 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    76,356 miles
    Test number
    480469122239
    • MinorNearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Fail76,356 miles (+7,290)1 dangerous1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,356 miles
    Test number
    878708608145
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass69,066 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    69,066 miles
    Test number
    352349444325
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake and fuel pipes covered by under trays

  9. Fail69,065 miles (+4,628)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,065 miles
    Test number
    156182796324
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake and fuel pipes covered by under trays

  10. Pass64,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    64,437 miles
    Test number
    576100439012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,437 miles (+5,205)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,437 miles
    Test number
    227622566864
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass59,232 miles (+4,551)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    59,232 miles
    Test number
    962749720772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,681 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    54,681 miles
    Test number
    165282426703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Fail54,681 miles (+4,099)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,681 miles
    Test number
    604593077498
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass50,582 miles (+6,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    50,582 miles
    Test number
    195731960647
    • AdvisoryCut in nearside front and rear tyres.

  16. Pass44,484 miles (+6,412)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    44,484 miles
    Test number
    661381744051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,072 miles (+8,188)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    38,072 miles
    Test number
    767678055054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    29,884 miles
    Test number
    966936625082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 FYA

Does LB61 FYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 FYA is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 FYA?
The MOT on LB61 FYA is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 FYA done?
LB61 FYA was recorded at 87,870 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 5,290 miles a year.
Has LB61 FYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 FYA has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB61 FYA 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 FYA find?
LB61 FYA passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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