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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

LC61 KUYMOT history

LC61 KUY is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 78,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LC61 KUY red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
78,337 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 KUY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
17 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 KUY was last recorded at 78,337 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,111 miles · 29 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
226 miles
Average per year
5,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,337 miles
  • 2025 – 74,159 miles
  • 2024 – 67,365 miles
  • 2023 – 61,565 miles
  • 2022 – 55,607 miles
  • 2021 – 46,720 miles
  • 2020 – 38,045 miles
  • 2019 – 32,093 miles
  • 2018 – 27,585 miles
  • 2017 – 22,006 miles
  • 2016 – 18,882 miles
  • 2015 – 17,270 miles
  • 2014 – 15,022 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,337 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,337 miles (+226)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    78,337 miles
    Test number
    694446256781
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail78,111 miles (+3,952)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,111 miles
    Test number
    629723353066
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass74,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    74,159 miles
    Test number
    404650404678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail74,159 miles (+6,794)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,159 miles
    Test number
    369166207800
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass67,365 miles (+5,800)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    67,365 miles
    Test number
    983096928114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass61,565 miles (+5,958)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    61,565 miles
    Test number
    838760930462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass55,607 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    55,607 miles
    Test number
    819615412445
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail55,607 miles (+8,887)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,607 miles
    Test number
    147487546361
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass46,720 miles (+8,675)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    46,720 miles
    Test number
    174832375291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,045 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    38,045 miles
    Test number
    354224838386
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail38,042 miles (+5,949)6 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,042 miles
    Test number
    281349904057
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Road wheel distorted to the extent the tyre is likely to become detached section of wheel rim missing (5.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tearing either side of puncture repair (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions bulge caused by wheel rim damage (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass32,093 miles (+4,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    32,093 miles
    Test number
    822381738110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass27,585 miles (+5,579)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    27,585 miles
    Test number
    114957017207
    • AdvisoryCovers and trays fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryDiesel emissions too clean to register during smoke test

  14. Pass22,006 miles (+3,124)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    22,006 miles
    Test number
    618458303141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass18,882 miles (+1,612)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    18,882 miles
    Test number
    236165204344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,270 miles (+2,248)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    17,270 miles
    Test number
    177150987979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,022 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    15,022 miles
    Test number
    786691304350
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about LC61 KUY

Does LC61 KUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 KUY is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 KUY?
The MOT on LC61 KUY is valid until 13 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 KUY done?
LC61 KUY was recorded at 78,337 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 5,342 miles a year.
Has LC61 KUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 KUY has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 KUY 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 KUY find?
LC61 KUY passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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