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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB61 PRVMOT history

LB61 PRV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 76,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
76,973 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 PRV
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
11 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 PRV was last recorded at 76,973 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 4,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,973 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,000 miles
Average per year
5,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,973 miles
  • 2025 – 72,973 miles
  • 2024 – 67,480 miles
  • 2023 – 61,931 miles
  • 2022 – 57,303 miles
  • 2021 – 51,061 miles
  • 2020 – 45,584 miles
  • 2019 – 37,269 miles
  • 2018 – 31,729 miles
  • 2017 – 21,849 miles
  • 2016 – 17,334 miles
  • 2015 – 14,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,973 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,973 miles (+4,000)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    76,973 miles
    Test number
    509063973909
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass72,973 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    72,973 miles
    Test number
    628550728715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail72,940 miles (+5,460)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,940 miles
    Test number
    213061888881
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens broken (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass67,480 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    67,480 miles
    Test number
    811292609493
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail67,480 miles (+5,549)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,480 miles
    Test number
    878390785186
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass61,931 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    61,931 miles
    Test number
    376530005881
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Fail61,931 miles (+4,628)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,931 miles
    Test number
    837890098680
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass57,303 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    57,303 miles
    Test number
    336514876160
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail57,303 miles (+6,242)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,303 miles
    Test number
    559489797078
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass51,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    51,061 miles
    Test number
    197984510020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,061 miles (+5,477)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,061 miles
    Test number
    388640091038
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3.00mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3.00mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass45,584 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    45,584 miles
    Test number
    846277168896
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Fail45,584 miles (+8,315)4 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,584 miles
    Test number
    468534485553
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment Hits against arm-rest. (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Pass37,269 miles (+5,540)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    37,269 miles
    Test number
    370064313128
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass31,729 miles (+9,880)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    31,729 miles
    Test number
    363171668980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    21,849 miles
    Test number
    755726669139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail21,849 miles (+4,515)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,849 miles
    Test number
    758841445699
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass17,334 miles (+2,352)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    17,334 miles
    Test number
    135589834303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,982 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    14,982 miles
    Test number
    179740155092
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach the cord.

  20. Fail14,982 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,982 miles
    Test number
    776020855079
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach the cord.

Questions about LB61 PRV

Does LB61 PRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 PRV is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 PRV?
The MOT on LB61 PRV is valid until 18 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 PRV done?
LB61 PRV was recorded at 76,973 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 5,645 miles a year.
Has LB61 PRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 PRV has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 PRV 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 PRV find?
LB61 PRV passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: central front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres; central rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; central rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear, and 2 more.

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