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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,199 cc

LB61 GPJMOT history

LB61 GPJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Feb 2012. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2025 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 135,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2025
Mileage
135,375 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,061 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 GPJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB61 GPJ was last recorded at 135,375 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 10,010 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,365 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
10,010 miles
Average per year
8,061 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,375 miles
  • 2024 – 125,365 miles
  • 2023 – 113,315 miles
  • 2022 – 109,339 miles
  • 2021 – 107,574 miles
  • 2020 – 96,063 miles
  • 2019 – 87,477 miles
  • 2018 – 79,884 miles
  • 2017 – 73,405 miles
  • 2016 – 58,867 miles
  • 2015 – 48,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail135,375 miles
  • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Lower Sound deadening material insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 39% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust broken/ rear silencer missing (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension swivel mount slightly stiff...Replacement recommended
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension swivel mount slightly stiff...Replacement recommended
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Replacement recommended (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both....Replacement recommended
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail135,375 miles (+10,010)2 dangerous9 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,375 miles
    Test number
    238713704359
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Lower Sound deadening material insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 39% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust broken/ rear silencer missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension swivel mount slightly stiff...Replacement recommended
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension swivel mount slightly stiff...Replacement recommended
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Replacement recommended (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both....Replacement recommended
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass125,365 miles (+12,050)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    125,365 miles
    Test number
    558968620708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass113,315 miles (+3,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    113,315 miles
    Test number
    546309140255
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offisde

  4. Pass109,339 miles (+1,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    109,339 miles
    Test number
    896505489761
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass107,574 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,574 miles
    Test number
    717249514958
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail107,574 miles (+11,511)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,574 miles
    Test number
    593503060979
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass96,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    96,063 miles
    Test number
    840309646073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,060 miles (+8,583)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,060 miles
    Test number
    173541400292
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction cab (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower parking bulb not working.

  9. Pass87,477 miles (+7,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    87,477 miles
    Test number
    258459368518
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass79,884 miles (+6,479)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    79,884 miles
    Test number
    846133674347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,405 miles (+3,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    73,405 miles
    Test number
    602175890321
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc's

  12. Pass69,589 miles (+10,722)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,589 miles
    Test number
    639578666842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,867 miles (+10,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,867 miles
    Test number
    974018992843
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass48,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,153 miles
    Test number
    705933755066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 GPJ

Does LB61 GPJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB61 GPJ expired on 19 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB61 GPJ?
The MOT on LB61 GPJ expired on 19 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB61 GPJ done?
LB61 GPJ was recorded at 135,375 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 8,061 miles a year.
Has LB61 GPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 GPJ has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 GPJ 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 GPJ find?
LB61 GPJ failed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board; nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/15; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel, and 17 more.

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