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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LC61 CXHMOT history

LC61 CXH is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 46,447 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

LC61 CXH red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
46,447 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 CXH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
16 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 CXH was last recorded at 46,447 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 3,910 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
42,537 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,910 miles
Average per year
2,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,447 miles
  • 2025 – 42,537 miles
  • 2024 – 40,305 miles
  • 2023 – 38,460 miles
  • 2022 – 36,122 miles
  • 2021 – 33,798 miles
  • 2020 – 30,954 miles
  • 2019 – 29,380 miles
  • 2018 – 27,307 miles
  • 2017 – 24,995 miles
  • 2016 – 23,450 miles
  • 2015 – 20,207 miles
  • 2014 – 16,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,447 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,447 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    46,447 miles
    Test number
    214838785608
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail46,447 miles (+3,910)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,447 miles
    Test number
    597078498665
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass42,537 miles (+2,232)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    42,537 miles
    Test number
    386518183694
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass40,305 miles (+1,845)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    40,305 miles
    Test number
    191768259840
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass38,460 miles (+2,338)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    38,460 miles
    Test number
    880967645373
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear BRAKES REQUIRE ATTENTION
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass36,122 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    36,122 miles
    Test number
    772216859287
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail36,122 miles (+2,324)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,122 miles
    Test number
    595280874453
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass33,798 miles (+2,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    33,798 miles
    Test number
    837961668831
    • AdvisoryOs repeater poor condition but working

  9. Pass30,954 miles (+1,574)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    30,954 miles
    Test number
    174981695451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass29,380 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    29,380 miles
    Test number
    376584284340
    • AdvisoryRear TYRES + N/S/F ALL PERISHED

  11. Fail29,380 miles (+2,073)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,380 miles
    Test number
    537599336293
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear TYRES + N/S/F ALL PERISHED

  12. Pass27,307 miles (+2,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    27,307 miles
    Test number
    936870131307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass24,995 miles (+1,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    24,995 miles
    Test number
    791195293088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE SLIGHT OUTER WALL CUT

  14. Pass23,450 miles (+3,243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    23,450 miles
    Test number
    969475006729
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass20,207 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    20,207 miles
    Test number
    473668641614
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has small gouge in outer wall

  16. Fail20,207 miles (+3,512)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,207 miles
    Test number
    519591355351
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has small gouge in outer wall

  17. Pass16,695 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    16,695 miles
    Test number
    295345664231
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edges
    • NoteSmall cut to nearside rear tyre sidewall

Questions about LC61 CXH

Does LC61 CXH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 CXH is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 CXH?
The MOT on LC61 CXH is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 CXH done?
LC61 CXH was recorded at 46,447 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 2,495 miles a year.
Has LC61 CXH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 CXH has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 CXH 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 CXH find?
LC61 CXH passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin both; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 2 more.

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