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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LC61 MLYMOT history

LC61 MLY is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 63,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LC61 MLY grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
63,232 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 MLY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 MLY was last recorded at 63,232 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 4,475 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
58,757 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,475 miles
Average per year
4,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,232 miles
  • 2025 – 58,757 miles
  • 2024 – 55,110 miles
  • 2023 – 50,524 miles
  • 2022 – 46,520 miles
  • 2021 – 42,533 miles
  • 2020 – 40,318 miles
  • 2019 – 37,802 miles
  • 2018 – 34,397 miles
  • 2017 – 28,817 miles
  • 2016 – 22,941 miles
  • 2015 – 18,513 miles
  • 2014 – 14,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,232 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 31 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,232 miles (+4,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    63,232 miles
    Test number
    724648974728
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass58,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    58,757 miles
    Test number
    485944272120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail58,757 miles (+3,647)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,757 miles
    Test number
    147068745316
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass55,110 miles (+4,586)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    55,110 miles
    Test number
    255956138569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass50,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    50,524 miles
    Test number
    728138220153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail50,524 miles (+4,004)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,524 miles
    Test number
    493004221900
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass46,520 miles (+3,987)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    46,520 miles
    Test number
    508053918850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass42,533 miles (+2,215)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    42,533 miles
    Test number
    426062334985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,318 miles (+2,516)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    40,318 miles
    Test number
    665155735863
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass37,802 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    37,802 miles
    Test number
    872202969326
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Fail37,802 miles (+3,405)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,802 miles
    Test number
    331827635291
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass34,397 miles (+5,580)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    34,397 miles
    Test number
    184996700664
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  13. Pass28,817 miles (+5,876)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    28,817 miles
    Test number
    346308881184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,941 miles (+4,428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    22,941 miles
    Test number
    982161162187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass18,513 miles (+3,847)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    18,513 miles
    Test number
    510322632693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    14,666 miles
    Test number
    805964804394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 MLY

Does LC61 MLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 MLY is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 MLY?
The MOT on LC61 MLY is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 MLY done?
LC61 MLY was recorded at 63,232 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 4,055 miles a year.
Has LC61 MLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 MLY has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 MLY 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 MLY find?
LC61 MLY passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear coil spring corroded.

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