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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LC61 VLRMOT history

LC61 VLR is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 99,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

LC61 VLR black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
99,250 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VLR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VLR was last recorded at 99,250 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 4,117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,133 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,117 miles
Average per year
6,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,250 miles
  • 2024 – 95,133 miles
  • 2023 – 91,878 miles
  • 2022 – 86,612 miles
  • 2021 – 82,547 miles
  • 2020 – 73,131 miles
  • 2019 – 58,458 miles
  • 2018 – 48,119 miles
  • 2017 – 47,258 miles
  • 2016 – 46,743 miles
  • 2015 – 28,834 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,250 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • All suspension bushes perished, both rear shock absorber shrouds insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Auxiliary belt noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Drivers seat belt slightly frayed also slow to retract

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine oil and coolant level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    99,250 miles
    Test number
    243867612043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail99,250 miles (+4,117)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,250 miles
    Test number
    262638696358
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass95,133 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    95,133 miles
    Test number
    119860953008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail95,128 miles (+46)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,128 miles
    Test number
    825402204274
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail95,082 miles (+11)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,082 miles
    Test number
    212352839872
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right Adjusters not working so cannot be adjusted. (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail95,071 miles (+3,193)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,071 miles
    Test number
    688868577595
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  7. Pass91,878 miles (+5,266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    91,878 miles
    Test number
    334948351370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass86,612 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    86,612 miles
    Test number
    180024098961
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes perished, both rear shock absorber shrouds insecure
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt noisy
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn to 3mm also worn on the edges
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt slightly frayed also slow to retract
    • AdvisoryEngine oil and coolant level low
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryO/s/f head lamp brackets damaged but have been repaired
    • AdvisoryService light on
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryVarious body work damage
    • AdvisoryVarious body work damage including slight accident damage to o/s/f
    • AdvisoryVarious small stone chips in windscreen

  9. Fail86,612 miles (+4,065)8 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,612 miles
    Test number
    756952189059
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, rear end (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner drag link knuckle joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner drag link knuckle joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes perished, both rear shock absorber shrouds insecure
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt noisy
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn to 3mm also worn on the edges
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt slightly frayed also slow to retract
    • AdvisoryEngine oil and coolant level low
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryO/s/f fog light not working
    • AdvisoryO/s/f head lamp brackets damaged but have been repaired
    • AdvisoryService light on
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryVarious body work damage
    • AdvisoryVarious small stone chips in windscreen

  10. Pass82,547 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,547 miles
    Test number
    327034339071
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated.

  11. Fail82,543 miles (+9,412)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,543 miles
    Test number
    988456201621
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated.

  12. Pass73,131 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    73,131 miles
    Test number
    371833159608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail73,131 miles (+14,673)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,131 miles
    Test number
    469440111479
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass58,458 miles (+10,339)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,458 miles
    Test number
    161946568251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,119 miles (+861)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,119 miles
    Test number
    781941346456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    47,258 miles
    Test number
    308632839107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,258 miles (+515)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,258 miles
    Test number
    661876933854
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  18. Pass46,743 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,743 miles
    Test number
    508834385569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,699 miles (+17,865)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,699 miles
    Test number
    943320363289
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  20. Pass28,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    28,834 miles
    Test number
    497785945097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 VLR

Does LC61 VLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 VLR is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VLR?
The MOT on LC61 VLR is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 VLR done?
LC61 VLR was recorded at 99,250 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 6,543 miles a year.
Has LC61 VLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VLR has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 VLR 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 VLR find?
LC61 VLR passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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