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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,199 cc

LC61 FOHMOT history

LC61 FOH is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 138,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

LC61 FOH blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
138,556 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 FOH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 FOH was last recorded at 138,556 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 5,588 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,968 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,588 miles
Average per year
6,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,556 miles
  • 2024 – 132,968 miles
  • 2023 – 127,130 miles
  • 2022 – 122,698 miles
  • 2020 – 114,671 miles
  • 2019 – 94,869 miles
  • 2017 – 88,733 miles
  • 2016 – 78,485 miles
  • 2015 – 70,126 miles
  • 2014 – 61,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,556 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged / cracked (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,556 miles (+5,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    138,556 miles
    Test number
    694848555480
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged / cracked (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass132,968 miles (+5,838)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    132,968 miles
    Test number
    436033859287
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box falling apart

  3. Pass127,130 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    127,130 miles
    Test number
    316183796259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper lower splitter damaged and loose

  4. Fail127,130 miles (+4,432)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,130 miles
    Test number
    597640786404
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter in engine bay, major leak (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel system component leaking filter underfloor leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper lower splitter damaged and loose

  5. Pass122,698 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    122,698 miles
    Test number
    458347200957
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel close to limits
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer deteriorated

  6. Fail122,698 miles (+8,027)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,698 miles
    Test number
    835646810443
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel close to limits
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer deteriorated

  7. Pass114,671 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    114,671 miles
    Test number
    639827068517
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (devoid of tread) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (devoid of tread) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has movement indicating incorrect adjustment but not excessive

  8. Fail114,671 miles (+12,343)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,671 miles
    Test number
    598187777290
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (devoid of tread) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (devoid of tread) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has movement indicating incorrect adjustment but not excessive

  9. Pass102,328 miles (+7,459)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,328 miles
    Test number
    474015502264
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  10. Pass94,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    94,869 miles
    Test number
    441600570689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail94,869 miles (+6,136)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,869 miles
    Test number
    319515491954
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  12. Pass88,733 miles (+10,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    88,733 miles
    Test number
    407168744502
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass78,485 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,485 miles
    Test number
    828703995344
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail78,480 miles (+8,354)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,480 miles
    Test number
    647706805137
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users radiator assembly loose (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass70,126 miles (+8,847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    70,126 miles
    Test number
    754331235551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail61,279 miles1 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,279 miles
    Test number
    349835324333
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass61,279 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    61,279 miles
    Test number
    495395324305
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LC61 FOH

Does LC61 FOH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 FOH is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 FOH?
The MOT on LC61 FOH is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 FOH done?
LC61 FOH was recorded at 138,556 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 6,935 miles a year.
Has LC61 FOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 FOH has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LC61 FOH 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 FOH find?
LC61 FOH passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged / cracked.

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