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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LC61 YEKMOT history

LC61 YEK is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 60,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

LC61 YEK grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
60,833 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 YEK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 YEK was last recorded at 60,833 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 3,410 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
57,423 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,410 miles
Average per year
2,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,833 miles
  • 2025 – 57,423 miles
  • 2024 – 51,569 miles
  • 2022 – 45,488 miles
  • 2020 – 41,433 miles
  • 2019 – 40,439 miles
  • 2018 – 38,595 miles
  • 2017 – 35,988 miles
  • 2016 – 33,594 miles
  • 2015 – 31,343 miles
  • 2014 – 29,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,833 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryTPMI light on

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Fuel Flap Missing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 31 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    60,833 miles
    Test number
    316406104229
    • AdvisoryTPMI light on

  2. Fail60,833 miles (+3,410)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,833 miles
    Test number
    847429945730
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMI light on

  3. Pass57,423 miles (+5,854)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    57,423 miles
    Test number
    973441881430
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass51,569 miles (+6,081)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    51,569 miles
    Test number
    812186610515
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp slightly loose
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass45,488 miles (+2,769)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    45,488 miles
    Test number
    937144403010
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Flap Missing.

  6. Pass42,719 miles (+1,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    42,719 miles
    Test number
    947560568071
    • AdvisoryFuel Flap Missing.

  7. Pass41,433 miles (+994)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    41,433 miles
    Test number
    519332490927
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  8. Pass40,439 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,439 miles
    Test number
    341276292235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,595 miles (+2,607)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    38,595 miles
    Test number
    543698453528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass35,988 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    35,988 miles
    Test number
    653571937851
    • AdvisoryBoth offside tyre valves deteriorsting
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arm bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside inner driveshaft gaitor deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers slightly damp

  11. Fail35,988 miles (+2,394)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,988 miles
    Test number
    235678232273
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth offside tyre valves deteriorsting
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arm bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside inner driveshaft gaitor deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers slightly damp

  12. Pass33,594 miles (+2,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    33,594 miles
    Test number
    428560754764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass31,343 miles (+2,188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    31,343 miles
    Test number
    605765714737
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear tyre has a nail in the tread

  14. Pass29,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    29,155 miles
    Test number
    418985064469
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about LC61 YEK

Does LC61 YEK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 YEK is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 YEK?
The MOT on LC61 YEK is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 YEK done?
LC61 YEK was recorded at 60,833 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 2,875 miles a year.
Has LC61 YEK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 YEK has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 YEK 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 YEK find?
LC61 YEK passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: tpmi light on.

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