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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LC61 OBMMOT history

LC61 OBM is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 153,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

LC61 OBM blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
153,950 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 OBM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
12 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 OBM was last recorded at 153,950 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,950 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,950 miles
  • 2025 – 142,128 miles
  • 2024 – 134,649 miles
  • 2023 – 126,960 miles
  • 2022 – 120,366 miles
  • 2021 – 112,670 miles
  • 2020 – 103,944 miles
  • 2019 – 99,224 miles
  • 2018 – 90,378 miles
  • 2017 – 76,343 miles
  • 2016 – 64,736 miles
  • 2015 – 60,319 miles
  • 2014 – 44,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,950 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass153,950 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    153,950 miles
    Test number
    671912059644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Fail153,950 miles (+11,822)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,950 miles
    Test number
    406976346719
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass142,128 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    142,128 miles
    Test number
    813578316398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail142,128 miles (+7,479)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,128 miles
    Test number
    161696218929
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass134,649 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    134,649 miles
    Test number
    279932559865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail134,649 miles (+7,689)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,649 miles
    Test number
    551585138142
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass126,960 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    126,960 miles
    Test number
    287331672720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail126,960 miles (+6,594)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,960 miles
    Test number
    933659416620
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,366 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    120,366 miles
    Test number
    849866317976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail120,366 miles (+7,696)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,366 miles
    Test number
    342445618298
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass112,670 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,670 miles
    Test number
    264681601194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail112,670 miles (+8,726)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,670 miles
    Test number
    157897164798
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass103,944 miles (+4,720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    103,944 miles
    Test number
    593024229419
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s front (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass99,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    99,224 miles
    Test number
    572331236400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail99,224 miles (+8,846)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,224 miles
    Test number
    844413759320
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass90,378 miles (+14,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    90,378 miles
    Test number
    791330942202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  17. Pass76,343 miles (+11,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,343 miles
    Test number
    107927938868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass64,736 miles (+4,417)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,736 miles
    Test number
    443213659032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,319 miles (+15,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    60,319 miles
    Test number
    976708525696
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  20. Pass44,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    44,626 miles
    Test number
    729170904384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,621 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,621 miles
    Test number
    896140604363
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LC61 OBM

Does LC61 OBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 OBM is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 OBM?
The MOT on LC61 OBM is valid until 7 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 OBM done?
LC61 OBM was recorded at 153,950 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 9,150 miles a year.
Has LC61 OBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 OBM has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 OBM 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 OBM find?
LC61 OBM passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn.

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