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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LC61 BXJMOT history

LC61 BXJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 71,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

LC61 BXJ blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
71,430 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,210 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 BXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 BXJ was last recorded at 71,430 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 7,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,066 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,364 miles
Average per year
5,210 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,430 miles
  • 2025 – 64,066 miles
  • 2024 – 59,598 miles
  • 2023 – 59,553 miles
  • 2021 – 58,814 miles
  • 2020 – 54,000 miles
  • 2018 – 42,331 miles
  • 2017 – 25,013 miles
  • 2016 – 17,066 miles
  • 2015 – 15,972 miles
  • 2014 – 12,247 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,430 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,430 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    71,430 miles
    Test number
    675717468636
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail71,430 miles (+7,364)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,430 miles
    Test number
    607829736862
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play both shocker top mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass64,066 miles (+4,468)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    64,066 miles
    Test number
    750523446008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Wishbone Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Wishbone Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass59,598 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    59,598 miles
    Test number
    332044776749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail59,553 miles (+739)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,553 miles
    Test number
    506987383832
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass58,814 miles (+4,814)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    58,814 miles
    Test number
    908187391280
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass54,000 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,000 miles
    Test number
    952226265706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Fail53,985 miles (+11,654)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,985 miles
    Test number
    349668431316
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass42,331 miles (+17,318)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    42,331 miles
    Test number
    106458231293
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished excessively (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp cluster is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass25,013 miles (+7,947)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    25,013 miles
    Test number
    490057502448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
  11. Pass17,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    17,066 miles
    Test number
    639890834983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail17,066 miles (+1,094)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,066 miles
    Test number
    707491831756
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  13. Pass15,972 miles (+3,725)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    15,972 miles
    Test number
    812605234711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass12,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    12,247 miles
    Test number
    288839224347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail12,247 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,247 miles
    Test number
    147808324315
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LC61 BXJ

Does LC61 BXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 BXJ is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 BXJ?
The MOT on LC61 BXJ is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 BXJ done?
LC61 BXJ was recorded at 71,430 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 5,210 miles a year.
Has LC61 BXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 BXJ has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 BXJ 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 LC61 BXJ find?
LC61 BXJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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