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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LC61 RXLMOT history

LC61 RXL is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 86,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

LC61 RXL red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
86,163 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 RXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 RXL was last recorded at 86,163 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 4,505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,658 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,505 miles
Average per year
5,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,163 miles
  • 2024 – 81,658 miles
  • 2023 – 77,409 miles
  • 2022 – 74,079 miles
  • 2021 – 69,612 miles
  • 2020 – 64,619 miles
  • 2019 – 58,677 miles
  • 2018 – 53,043 miles
  • 2017 – 46,372 miles
  • 2016 – 41,363 miles
  • 2015 – 38,683 miles
  • 2014 – 30,619 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,163 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear tyre 3mm and slightly stress cracked in tread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Bodywork damage to n/s/f wing - no sharp edges

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear tyre 3-4mm and slightly stress cracked in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front brake discs lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,163 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    86,163 miles
    Test number
    791995035466
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail86,163 miles (+4,505)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,163 miles
    Test number
    581266130723
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,658 miles (+4,249)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    81,658 miles
    Test number
    273691404350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,409 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    77,409 miles
    Test number
    975588111072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,079 miles (+4,467)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    74,079 miles
    Test number
    188530764561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,612 miles (+4,993)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    69,612 miles
    Test number
    933976841244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both - lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush starting to unbond
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 2mm thick - all others approx. 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre 3-4mm and slightly stress cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush almost fully unbonded - no movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 3mm and slightly stress cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres stress cracked on sidewalls

  7. Pass64,619 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    64,619 miles
    Test number
    343242070520
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 2-3mm thick - all others 4-5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slightly stress cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush partially unbonded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and slightly stress cracked in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBodywork damage to n/s/f wing - no sharp edges

  8. Fail64,619 miles (+5,942)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,619 miles
    Test number
    379685100498
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 2-3mm thick - all others 4-5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slightly stress cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush partially unbonded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and slightly stress cracked in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBodywork damage to n/s/f wing - no sharp edges

  9. Pass58,677 miles (+5,634)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,677 miles
    Test number
    486402636096
    • 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 3mm approx. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower arm rear bush slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slightly stress cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre 3-4mm and slightly stress cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower arm rear bush slightly deteriorated/partially unbonded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 3mm and slightly stress cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryBodywork damage to n/s/f wing - no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryFilm of engine oil on sump

  10. Pass53,043 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,043 miles
    Test number
    189860240758
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped - pads ok, 4mm approx.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 3-4mm and slightly stress cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 3mm and slightly stress cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryFilm of oil around sump seal

  11. Fail53,041 miles (+6,669)2 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,041 miles
    Test number
    925880414168
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped - pads ok, 4mm approx.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 3-4mm and slightly stress cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 3mm and slightly stress cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryFilm of oil around sump seal

  12. Pass46,372 miles (+5,009)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    46,372 miles
    Test number
    482789042457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBodywork damage to n/s/f wing - no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly stress cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryVery slight engine oil leak - possibly sump seal

  13. Pass41,363 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    41,363 miles
    Test number
    778980795181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,683 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    38,683 miles
    Test number
    353577724212
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  15. Fail38,683 miles (+8,064)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,683 miles
    Test number
    916473766069
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  16. Pass30,619 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    30,619 miles
    Test number
    118920534380
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail30,619 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,619 miles
    Test number
    477540134427
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LC61 RXL

Does LC61 RXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 RXL is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC61 RXL?
The MOT on LC61 RXL is valid until 10 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 RXL done?
LC61 RXL was recorded at 86,163 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 5,034 miles a year.
Has LC61 RXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 RXL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 RXL 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 RXL find?
LC61 RXL passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress.

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