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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LC61 ZWEMOT history

LC61 ZWE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 61,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

LC61 ZWE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
61,392 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 ZWE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 ZWE was last recorded at 61,392 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 1,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,825 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,567 miles
Average per year
3,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,392 miles
  • 2025 – 59,825 miles
  • 2024 – 56,923 miles
  • 2023 – 54,024 miles
  • 2022 – 49,993 miles
  • 2021 – 46,398 miles
  • 2020 – 43,571 miles
  • 2019 – 39,306 miles
  • 2018 – 35,067 miles
  • 2017 – 29,854 miles
  • 2016 – 25,847 miles
  • 2015 – 21,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,392 miles

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,392 miles (+1,567)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    61,392 miles
    Test number
    348368631457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,825 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    59,825 miles
    Test number
    681348019305
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail59,825 miles (+2,902)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,825 miles
    Test number
    947392168517
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass56,923 miles (+2,899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    56,923 miles
    Test number
    116130224246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass54,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    54,024 miles
    Test number
    936359164569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail54,024 miles (+4,031)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,024 miles
    Test number
    176338195050
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass49,993 miles (+3,595)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    49,993 miles
    Test number
    495652078329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass46,398 miles (+2,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    46,398 miles
    Test number
    932296849785
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  9. Pass43,571 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    43,571 miles
    Test number
    665396761412
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  10. Fail43,571 miles (+4,265)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,571 miles
    Test number
    107587154521
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  11. Pass39,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    39,306 miles
    Test number
    570574790491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail39,305 miles (+4,238)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,305 miles
    Test number
    689379966955
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass35,067 miles (+5,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    35,067 miles
    Test number
    245659855670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass29,854 miles (+4,007)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    29,854 miles
    Test number
    657344494363
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass25,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,847 miles
    Test number
    141854130791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail25,847 miles (+4,066)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,847 miles
    Test number
    652099667909
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass21,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    21,781 miles
    Test number
    528874665089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 ZWE

Does LC61 ZWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 ZWE is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 ZWE?
The MOT on LC61 ZWE is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 ZWE done?
LC61 ZWE was recorded at 61,392 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 3,620 miles a year.
Has LC61 ZWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 ZWE has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 ZWE 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 ZWE find?
LC61 ZWE passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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