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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LC61 PNJMOT history

LC61 PNJ is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 111,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

LC61 PNJ white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
111,234 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 PNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
12 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 PNJ was last recorded at 111,234 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 6,008 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,226 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,008 miles
Average per year
7,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,234 miles
  • 2024 – 105,226 miles
  • 2023 – 99,120 miles
  • 2022 – 91,236 miles
  • 2021 – 82,996 miles
  • 2020 – 77,377 miles
  • 2019 – 71,951 miles
  • 2018 – 64,886 miles
  • 2017 – 57,508 miles
  • 2016 – 49,861 miles
  • 2015 – 42,053 miles
  • 2014 – 33,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,234 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryWater in o/s/r light unit

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,234 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    111,234 miles
    Test number
    242813222213
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryWater in o/s/r light unit

  2. Fail111,234 miles (+6,008)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,234 miles
    Test number
    546260510706
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryWater in o/s/r light unit

  3. Pass105,226 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    105,226 miles
    Test number
    269791342816
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail105,226 miles (+6,106)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,226 miles
    Test number
    688772760188
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass99,120 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,120 miles
    Test number
    161909503699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail99,083 miles (+7,847)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,083 miles
    Test number
    977694112822
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass91,236 miles (+8,240)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    91,236 miles
    Test number
    226313975954
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass82,996 miles (+5,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    82,996 miles
    Test number
    956743415888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass77,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    77,377 miles
    Test number
    104729838251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail77,376 miles (+5,425)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,376 miles
    Test number
    776983276030
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass71,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,951 miles
    Test number
    170280227890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,951 miles (+7,065)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,951 miles
    Test number
    562398789858
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

  13. Pass64,886 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    64,886 miles
    Test number
    135454515241
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail64,886 miles (+7,378)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,886 miles
    Test number
    660583612391
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass57,508 miles (+146)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    57,508 miles
    Test number
    632679330193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,362 miles (+7,501)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,362 miles
    Test number
    646432250552
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass49,861 miles (+176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    49,861 miles
    Test number
    968862711866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail49,685 miles (+7,632)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,685 miles
    Test number
    800647514922
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working x2 (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass42,053 miles (+8,907)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    42,053 miles
    Test number
    359901481446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    33,146 miles
    Test number
    137152544325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 PNJ

Does LC61 PNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 PNJ is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC61 PNJ?
The MOT on LC61 PNJ is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 PNJ done?
LC61 PNJ was recorded at 111,234 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 7,104 miles a year.
Has LC61 PNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 PNJ has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 PNJ 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 PNJ find?
LC61 PNJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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