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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB61 POFMOT history

LB61 POF is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 135,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
135,699 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 POF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 POF was last recorded at 135,699 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 3,273 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,426 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,273 miles
Average per year
10,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,699 miles
  • 2024 – 132,426 miles
  • 2022 – 129,113 miles
  • 2021 – 122,052 miles
  • 2020 – 112,639 miles
  • 2019 – 104,292 miles
  • 2018 – 92,009 miles
  • 2017 – 53,909 miles
  • 2016 – 36,948 miles
  • 2015 – 25,535 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,699 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,699 miles (+3,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    135,699 miles
    Test number
    644893712002
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass132,426 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    132,426 miles
    Test number
    633208178284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL AREA (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail132,426 miles (+3,313)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,426 miles
    Test number
    792151290938
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL AREA (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass129,113 miles (+7,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    129,113 miles
    Test number
    690866287888
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass122,052 miles (+9,413)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    122,052 miles
    Test number
    477542130759
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  6. Pass112,639 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    112,639 miles
    Test number
    532141755180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail112,637 miles (+8,345)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,637 miles
    Test number
    135895535471
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass104,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,292 miles
    Test number
    616878862624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail104,292 miles (+12,283)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,292 miles
    Test number
    770954485621
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass92,009 miles (+16,793)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    92,009 miles
    Test number
    386452210120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,216 miles (+21,307)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    75,216 miles
    Test number
    872599650111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust down pipe mesh deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre starting to wear on shoulders of tread

  12. Pass53,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    53,909 miles
    Test number
    159337568168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,909 miles (+16,961)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,909 miles
    Test number
    698583554243
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass36,948 miles (+11,413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    36,948 miles
    Test number
    159936821705
    • AdvisoryN/s/r shock absorber cover loose

  15. Pass25,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    25,535 miles
    Test number
    158753835450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail25,535 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,535 miles
    Test number
    298783535017
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Questions about LB61 POF

Does LB61 POF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 POF is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB61 POF?
The MOT on LB61 POF is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 POF done?
LB61 POF was recorded at 135,699 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 10,151 miles a year.
Has LB61 POF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 POF has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB61 POF 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 POF find?
LB61 POF passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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