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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LC61 MLVMOT history

LC61 MLV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 99,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LC61 MLV blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
99,475 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 MLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 MLV was last recorded at 99,475 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,409 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
66 miles
Average per year
6,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,475 miles
  • 2025 – 94,135 miles
  • 2023 – 87,004 miles
  • 2022 – 80,447 miles
  • 2021 – 72,315 miles
  • 2020 – 65,045 miles
  • 2019 – 57,798 miles
  • 2018 – 48,494 miles
  • 2017 – 36,812 miles
  • 2015 – 27,106 miles
  • 2014 – 21,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,475 miles
  • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view SMALL CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BLISTERED UNDER PLASTIC COATING (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BADLY CRACKING ON INNER (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear EXHAUST BOX CORRODEDRecorded 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.

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI PIPE SPLIT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,475 miles (+66)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    99,475 miles
    Test number
    808637251187
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view SMALL CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BLISTERED UNDER PLASTIC COATING (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BADLY CRACKING ON INNER (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear EXHAUST BOX CORRODED

  2. Fail99,409 miles (+5,274)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,409 miles
    Test number
    615489706026
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view SMALL CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BLISTERED UNDER PLASTIC COATING (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BADLY CRACKING ON INNER (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear EXHAUST BOX CORRODED

  3. Pass94,135 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    94,135 miles
    Test number
    512363318972
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI PIPE SPLIT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail94,135 miles (+7,131)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,135 miles
    Test number
    260269081170
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI PIPE SPLIT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass87,004 miles (+6,557)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    87,004 miles
    Test number
    499570063322
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass80,447 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    80,447 miles
    Test number
    869802415250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail80,442 miles (+8,127)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,442 miles
    Test number
    812846766950
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass72,315 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,315 miles
    Test number
    425716573547
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail72,309 miles (+7,264)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,309 miles
    Test number
    416843967602
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass65,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,045 miles
    Test number
    613982561212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,045 miles (+7,247)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,045 miles
    Test number
    802099706074
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass57,798 miles (+9,304)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,798 miles
    Test number
    913541890570
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexy weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass48,494 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    48,494 miles
    Test number
    151242427938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail48,494 miles (+11,682)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,494 miles
    Test number
    693649109115
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass36,812 miles (+3,962)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    36,812 miles
    Test number
    371537658715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,850 miles (+5,744)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    32,850 miles
    Test number
    983256112441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,106 miles (+5,254)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    27,106 miles
    Test number
    883448197608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    21,852 miles
    Test number
    288111964329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 MLV

Does LC61 MLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 MLV is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 MLV?
The MOT on LC61 MLV is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 MLV done?
LC61 MLV was recorded at 99,475 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 6,895 miles a year.
Has LC61 MLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 MLV has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 MLV 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 MLV find?
LC61 MLV passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: central windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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