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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB61 LEXMOT history

LB61 LEX is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 83,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
83,096 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 LEX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 LEX was last recorded at 83,096 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 6,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,889 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,207 miles
Average per year
5,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,096 miles
  • 2025 – 76,889 miles
  • 2024 – 75,448 miles
  • 2023 – 75,030 miles
  • 2022 – 68,800 miles
  • 2021 – 62,713 miles
  • 2020 – 57,920 miles
  • 2019 – 50,494 miles
  • 2018 – 43,045 miles
  • 2017 – 36,696 miles
  • 2016 – 31,827 miles
  • 2015 – 26,541 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,096 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,096 miles (+6,207)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    83,096 miles
    Test number
    601833230163
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass76,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,889 miles
    Test number
    120096110738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail76,778 miles (+1,330)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,778 miles
    Test number
    742500306724
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  4. Pass75,448 miles (+418)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    75,448 miles
    Test number
    909871608318
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass75,030 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    75,030 miles
    Test number
    211968085563
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail75,028 miles (+6,228)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,028 miles
    Test number
    137542753184
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass68,800 miles (+6,087)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    68,800 miles
    Test number
    285831340080
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass62,713 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,713 miles
    Test number
    708132927814
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre close to wear indicators
    • AdvisorySlight dampness on both front shocks

  9. Fail62,713 miles (+4,793)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,713 miles
    Test number
    528733814803
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre close to wear indicators
    • AdvisorySlight dampness on both front shocks

  10. Pass57,920 miles (+7,426)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,920 miles
    Test number
    830465473112
    • MinorRegistration 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 sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryBonnet pull handle missing

  11. Pass50,494 miles (+7,449)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    50,494 miles
    Test number
    742016345651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,045 miles (+6,349)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    680211486271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,696 miles (+4,869)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    36,696 miles
    Test number
    681959802747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,827 miles (+5,286)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    31,827 miles
    Test number
    164812533328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    26,541 miles
    Test number
    988663225090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 LEX

Does LB61 LEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 LEX is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 LEX?
The MOT on LB61 LEX is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 LEX done?
LB61 LEX was recorded at 83,096 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 5,057 miles a year.
Has LB61 LEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 LEX has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 LEX 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 LEX find?
LB61 LEX passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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