Volkswagen Polo
Red · Diesel · 2011 · 1,199 cc
LC61 PLVMOT history
LC61 PLV is a red diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 140,256 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 24 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 140,256 mi
- At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 18
- 12 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 10,368 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LC61 PLV
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,199 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2011
- First used
- 30 Nov 2011
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 24 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LC61 PLV was last recorded at 140,256 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 140,256 miles · 23 Feb 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 10,368 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 140,256 miles
- 2025 – 132,073 miles
- 2024 – 122,806 miles
- 2023 – 119,732 miles
- 2022 – 108,478 miles
- 2021 – 98,931 miles
- 2020 – 89,294 miles
- 2019 – 80,155 miles
- 2018 – 67,448 miles
- 2016 – 51,633 miles
- 2015 – 37,558 miles
- 2014 – 23,793 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass140,256 miles
- MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRusty exhaustRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRusty offside outer sillRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRusty rear axleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryTpm light on.Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
18 tests since 1 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass140,256 miles1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 140,256 miles
- Test number
- 751682019245
- MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRusty exhaust
- AdvisoryRusty offside outer sill
- AdvisoryRusty rear axle
- AdvisoryTpm light on.
Fail140,256 miles (+8,183)2 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,256 miles
- Test number
- 970771657786
- MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRusty exhaust
- AdvisoryRusty offside outer sill
- AdvisoryRusty rear axle
- AdvisoryTpm light on.
Pass132,073 miles (+9,267)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 132,073 miles
- Test number
- 318329889975
- MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryTpm light on.
Pass122,806 miles2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 122,806 miles
- Test number
- 527659530921
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail122,806 miles (+3,074)4 major2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,806 miles
- Test number
- 902102046569
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass119,732 miles (+11,254)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 119,732 miles
- Test number
- 909946745375
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
Pass108,478 miles (+9,547)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 108,478 miles
- Test number
- 415982977657
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass98,931 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 98,931 miles
- Test number
- 831143443843
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail98,931 miles (+9,637)3 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,931 miles
- Test number
- 209651790535
- MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Pass89,294 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 89,294 miles
- Test number
- 209556338726
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisorySlight misting from fuel filter at fuel tank
Fail89,294 miles (+9,139)2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,294 miles
- Test number
- 894781005440
- 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 Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisorySlight misting from fuel filter at fuel tank
Pass80,155 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 80,155 miles
- Test number
- 252385934328
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail80,155 miles (+12,707)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,155 miles
- Test number
- 267558852871
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
Pass67,448 miles (+15,815)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 67,448 miles
- Test number
- 632436980311
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking in sidewall and tread (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)
Pass51,633 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 51,633 miles
- Test number
- 208995042157
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail51,633 miles (+14,075)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 51,633 miles
- Test number
- 606270793174
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Pass37,558 miles (+13,765)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 37,558 miles
- Test number
- 228142929030
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryEngine v belt cracked
Pass23,793 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 23,793 miles
- Test number
- 636315634331
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LC61 PLV
- Does LC61 PLV currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 PLV is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LC61 PLV?
- The MOT on LC61 PLV is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LC61 PLV done?
- LC61 PLV was recorded at 140,256 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 10,368 miles a year.
- Has LC61 PLV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LC61 PLV has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
- Has the mileage on LC61 PLV 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 PLV find?
- LC61 PLV passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rusty exhaust, and 3 more.
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