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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LC61 RXOMOT history

LC61 RXO is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 116,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

LC61 RXO grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
116,037 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 RXO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 RXO was last recorded at 116,037 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 7,466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,571 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,466 miles
Average per year
7,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,037 miles
  • 2025 – 108,571 miles
  • 2024 – 100,504 miles
  • 2023 – 93,230 miles
  • 2022 – 85,172 miles
  • 2021 – 78,015 miles
  • 2020 – 73,150 miles
  • 2019 – 65,439 miles
  • 2017 – 55,446 miles
  • 2016 – 46,947 miles
  • 2015 – 38,627 miles
  • 2014 – 29,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,037 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall has impact damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil becoming heavy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp aim on upper limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,037 miles (+7,466)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    116,037 miles
    Test number
    498465033039
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall has impact damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass108,571 miles (+8,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    108,571 miles
    Test number
    159073084308
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  3. Pass100,504 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    100,504 miles
    Test number
    359350592274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil becoming heavy (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp aim on upper limit

  4. Fail100,502 miles (+7,272)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,502 miles
    Test number
    679066163341
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn suspension arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 39% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil becoming heavy (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp aim on upper limit

  5. Pass93,230 miles (+8,058)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    93,230 miles
    Test number
    780164802279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    85,172 miles
    Test number
    322222304864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,172 miles (+7,157)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,172 miles
    Test number
    561760566486
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass78,015 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    78,015 miles
    Test number
    611602093583
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail78,015 miles (+4,865)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,015 miles
    Test number
    450616576039
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Front Flexi Section (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass73,150 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    73,150 miles
    Test number
    414091223013
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail73,150 miles (+7,711)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,150 miles
    Test number
    797134729250
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass65,439 miles (+9,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    65,439 miles
    Test number
    875151430297
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass55,446 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    55,446 miles
    Test number
    433016257407
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight damage to outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to perish on outer sidewall

  14. Fail55,446 miles (+8,499)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,446 miles
    Test number
    513675198704
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight damage to outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to perish on outer sidewall

  15. Pass46,947 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    46,947 miles
    Test number
    219186900916
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre badly worn on inner and outer secondary treads
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner secondary tread quite badly
    • AdvisoryTested in wet condition

  16. Fail46,947 miles (+8,320)2 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,947 miles
    Test number
    183876309755
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre badly worn on inner and outer secondary treads
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner secondary tread quite badly
    • AdvisoryTested in wet condition

  17. Pass38,627 miles (+9,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    38,627 miles
    Test number
    368832760555
    • AdvisoryNail in n/s/r tyre

  18. Pass29,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    29,481 miles
    Test number
    995568924355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 RXO

Does LC61 RXO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 RXO is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 RXO?
The MOT on LC61 RXO is valid until 22 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 RXO done?
LC61 RXO was recorded at 116,037 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 7,694 miles a year.
Has LC61 RXO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 RXO has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LC61 RXO 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 RXO find?
LC61 RXO passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside rear outer tyre slightly damaged sidewall has impact damage.

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