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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,199 cc

LC61 YFBMOT history

LC61 YFB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 88,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

LC61 YFB blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
88,029 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 YFB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 YFB was last recorded at 88,029 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,019 miles · 21 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
6,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,029 miles
  • 2025 – 80,473 miles
  • 2024 – 72,442 miles
  • 2023 – 65,863 miles
  • 2022 – 54,895 miles
  • 2020 – 50,883 miles
  • 2019 – 47,510 miles
  • 2018 – 39,643 miles
  • 2017 – 25,059 miles
  • 2016 – 22,540 miles
  • 2015 – 18,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,029 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Day time running light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,029 miles (+10)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    88,029 miles
    Test number
    654030546269
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail88,019 miles (+76)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,019 miles
    Test number
    220621403570
    • MajorRear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail87,943 miles (+7,470)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,943 miles
    Test number
    636773306726
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass80,473 miles (+8,031)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    80,473 miles
    Test number
    311263542841
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside d t r l not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass72,442 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    72,442 miles
    Test number
    979724477785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail72,402 miles (+6,539)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,402 miles
    Test number
    423567790515
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Joint dry. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass65,863 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    65,863 miles
    Test number
    563645736841
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Day time running light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail65,863 miles (+10,968)1 dangerous2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,863 miles
    Test number
    628337967212
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Day time running light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass54,895 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    54,895 miles
    Test number
    373116766299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail54,889 miles (+4,006)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,889 miles
    Test number
    164137721387
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass50,883 miles (+3,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    50,883 miles
    Test number
    552235715108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass47,510 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    47,510 miles
    Test number
    220746618884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail47,508 miles (+7,865)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,508 miles
    Test number
    710611320973
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass39,643 miles (+14,584)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    39,643 miles
    Test number
    588567663567
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to get reading

  15. Pass25,059 miles (+2,519)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    25,059 miles
    Test number
    279583376765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,540 miles (+3,859)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    22,540 miles
    Test number
    418853016284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,681 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    18,681 miles
    Test number
    605399575034
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LC61 YFB

Does LC61 YFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 YFB is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 YFB?
The MOT on LC61 YFB is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 YFB done?
LC61 YFB was recorded at 88,029 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 6,022 miles a year.
Has LC61 YFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 YFB has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 YFB 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 YFB find?
LC61 YFB passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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