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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LC61 PKYMOT history

LC61 PKY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 220,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

LC61 PKY silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
220,075 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
17,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 PKY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
23 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 PKY was last recorded at 220,075 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 8,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,882 miles · 24 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,193 miles
Average per year
17,923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,075 miles
  • 2024 – 211,882 miles
  • 2023 – 189,302 miles
  • 2022 – 154,159 miles
  • 2020 – 109,745 miles
  • 2019 – 93,932 miles
  • 2018 – 82,699 miles
  • 2017 – 68,450 miles
  • 2016 – 52,441 miles
  • 2015 – 32,592 miles
  • 2014 – 19,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,075 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp bracket broken
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp bracket broken
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pedal creeps slightly under pressure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,075 miles (+8,193)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    220,075 miles
    Test number
    650938418204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp bracket broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp bracket broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass211,882 miles (+75)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    211,882 miles
    Test number
    897101322807
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal creeps slightly under pressure

  3. Fail211,807 miles (+22,505)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,807 miles
    Test number
    883745780077
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal creeps slightly under pressure

  4. Pass189,302 miles (+35,143)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    189,302 miles
    Test number
    779329215056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass154,159 miles (+20,235)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    154,159 miles
    Test number
    506548547570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,924 miles (+24,179)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    133,924 miles
    Test number
    315186005128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake weak
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass109,745 miles (+15,813)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    109,745 miles
    Test number
    401983594656
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass93,932 miles (+11,233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,932 miles
    Test number
    371232262349
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass82,699 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    82,699 miles
    Test number
    183820161828
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail82,695 miles (+14,245)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,695 miles
    Test number
    414536421677
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass68,450 miles (+16,009)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,450 miles
    Test number
    579221855792
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread 3mm + tyre is perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil signs of a slight leak starting (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread 3mm + tyre is perishing

  12. Pass52,441 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    52,441 miles
    Test number
    513632656425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail52,441 miles (+19,849)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,441 miles
    Test number
    451564048513
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass32,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    32,592 miles
    Test number
    275416272244
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail32,592 miles (+13,014)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,592 miles
    Test number
    804135726213
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail19,578 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,578 miles
    Test number
    499722504479
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass19,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    19,578 miles
    Test number
    968932704310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 PKY

Does LC61 PKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 PKY is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 PKY?
The MOT on LC61 PKY is valid until 4 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 PKY done?
LC61 PKY was recorded at 220,075 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 17,923 miles a year.
Has LC61 PKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 PKY has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LC61 PKY 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 PKY find?
LC61 PKY passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside headlamp bracket broken; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 7 more.

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