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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB61 GZDMOT history

LB61 GZD is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 73,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
73,075 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 GZD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 GZD was last recorded at 73,075 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,075 miles · 9 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,075 miles
  • 2025 – 70,688 miles
  • 2024 – 68,231 miles
  • 2023 – 64,690 miles
  • 2022 – 60,551 miles
  • 2021 – 58,754 miles
  • 2020 – 57,681 miles
  • 2019 – 50,963 miles
  • 2018 – 42,405 miles
  • 2017 – 34,047 miles
  • 2015 – 23,392 miles
  • 2014 – 17,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,075 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    73,075 miles
    Test number
    400840329815
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail73,075 miles (+2,387)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,075 miles
    Test number
    319247979935
    • MajorNearside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass70,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    70,688 miles
    Test number
    702398204067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail70,688 miles (+2,457)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,688 miles
    Test number
    242769059170
    • MajorFront Service brake lagging in operation pedal travels (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass68,231 miles (+3,541)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    68,231 miles
    Test number
    121522248128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass64,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    64,690 miles
    Test number
    564241610650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,690 miles (+4,139)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,690 miles
    Test number
    699381862567
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test sticker

  8. Pass60,551 miles (+1,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    60,551 miles
    Test number
    308809479174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass58,754 miles (+1,073)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    58,754 miles
    Test number
    351481312864
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass57,681 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    57,681 miles
    Test number
    812159695385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has slight lump on outer sidewall

  11. Fail57,681 miles (+6,718)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,681 miles
    Test number
    546747571989
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 501 bulbs (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has slight lump on outer sidewall

  12. Pass50,963 miles (+8,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    50,963 miles
    Test number
    746896546825
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass42,405 miles (+8,358)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    42,405 miles
    Test number
    812995553304
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has scratch across drivers view

  14. Pass34,047 miles (+10,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    34,047 miles
    Test number
    963940503386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S and O/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass23,392 miles (+6,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    23,392 miles
    Test number
    639961980883
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front tyre treads worn

  16. Pass17,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    17,056 miles
    Test number
    645496444363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 GZD

Does LB61 GZD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 GZD is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 GZD?
The MOT on LB61 GZD is valid until 24 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 GZD done?
LB61 GZD was recorded at 73,075 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 5,010 miles a year.
Has LB61 GZD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 GZD has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB61 GZD 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 GZD find?
LB61 GZD passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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