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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LB61 VHPMOT history

LB61 VHP is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 88,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
88,640 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 VHP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 VHP was last recorded at 88,640 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 16,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,445 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
16,195 miles
Average per year
6,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,640 miles
  • 2025 – 72,445 miles
  • 2024 – 69,111 miles
  • 2023 – 68,186 miles
  • 2022 – 61,819 miles
  • 2021 – 55,404 miles
  • 2020 – 45,227 miles
  • 2019 – 37,658 miles
  • 2018 – 31,302 miles
  • 2017 – 23,482 miles
  • 2016 – 17,455 miles
  • 2015 – 13,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,640 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,640 miles (+16,195)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    88,640 miles
    Test number
    531597564995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass72,445 miles (+3,334)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    72,445 miles
    Test number
    703873600451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre edge wear.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated.

  3. Pass69,111 miles (+925)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    69,111 miles
    Test number
    330361768106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,186 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,186 miles
    Test number
    654472950211
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding

  5. Fail68,186 miles (+6,367)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,186 miles
    Test number
    359652648327
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/6015h (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass61,819 miles (+6,415)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    61,819 miles
    Test number
    745526132115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread shows uneven wear, is worn out of shape. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryLower engine areas show oil/fluid contamination.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread is out of shape.

  7. Pass55,404 miles (+10,177)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,404 miles
    Test number
    105621060320
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass45,227 miles (+7,569)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    45,227 miles
    Test number
    460871129673
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/undertrays fitted, not allowing full inspection

  9. Pass37,658 miles (+6,356)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    37,658 miles
    Test number
    518699692122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass31,302 miles (+7,820)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    31,302 miles
    Test number
    916427851216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray hanging down, bolts missing

  11. Pass23,482 miles (+6,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    23,482 miles
    Test number
    378570869207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass17,455 miles (+3,607)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    17,455 miles
    Test number
    125544982028
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted.

  13. Fail13,848 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,848 miles
    Test number
    115559575490
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass13,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    13,848 miles
    Test number
    865389975086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 VHP

Does LB61 VHP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 VHP is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 VHP?
The MOT on LB61 VHP is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 VHP done?
LB61 VHP was recorded at 88,640 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 6,504 miles a year.
Has LB61 VHP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 VHP has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB61 VHP 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 VHP find?
LB61 VHP passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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