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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB61 FYHMOT history

LB61 FYH is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 88,680 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
88,680 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 FYH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 FYH was last recorded at 88,680 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 7,810 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,870 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,810 miles
Average per year
6,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,680 miles
  • 2025 – 80,870 miles
  • 2024 – 72,237 miles
  • 2023 – 67,183 miles
  • 2022 – 62,495 miles
  • 2021 – 56,460 miles
  • 2020 – 49,438 miles
  • 2019 – 43,513 miles
  • 2018 – 38,221 miles
  • 2017 – 33,694 miles
  • 2016 – 27,511 miles
  • 2015 – 21,353 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,680 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,680 miles (+7,810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    88,680 miles
    Test number
    937982644628
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  2. Pass80,870 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    80,870 miles
    Test number
    181453035271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail80,870 miles (+8,633)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,870 miles
    Test number
    752161340261
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass72,237 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    72,237 miles
    Test number
    803042456161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush very slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush very slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  5. Fail72,237 miles (+5,054)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,237 miles
    Test number
    653230375282
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush very slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush very slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  6. Pass67,183 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    67,183 miles
    Test number
    664294312193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail67,183 miles (+4,688)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,183 miles
    Test number
    672836753492
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass62,495 miles (+6,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    62,495 miles
    Test number
    465421946360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass56,460 miles (+7,022)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    56,460 miles
    Test number
    491896325108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,438 miles
    Test number
    900567254495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail49,433 miles (+5,920)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,433 miles
    Test number
    757255915482
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
  12. Pass43,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    43,513 miles
    Test number
    826266848695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail43,531 miles (+5,310)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,531 miles
    Test number
    349086421250
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  14. Pass38,221 miles (+4,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    38,221 miles
    Test number
    451157112834
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass33,694 miles (+6,183)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    33,694 miles
    Test number
    865223414852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,511 miles (+6,158)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    27,511 miles
    Test number
    717370729892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    21,353 miles
    Test number
    776193515019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 FYH

Does LB61 FYH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 FYH is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 FYH?
The MOT on LB61 FYH is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 FYH done?
LB61 FYH was recorded at 88,680 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 6,111 miles a year.
Has LB61 FYH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 FYH has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 FYH 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 FYH find?
LB61 FYH passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated.

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