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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LD61 XJUMOT history

LD61 XJU is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 127,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

LD61 XJU white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
127,485 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,029 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD61 XJU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD61 XJU was last recorded at 127,485 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,482 miles · 16 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
9,029 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,485 miles
  • 2025 – 118,764 miles
  • 2024 – 110,412 miles
  • 2023 – 102,259 miles
  • 2022 – 93,647 miles
  • 2020 – 84,488 miles
  • 2019 – 75,933 miles
  • 2018 – 62,826 miles
  • 2017 – 53,743 miles
  • 2016 – 42,456 miles
  • 2015 – 34,541 miles
  • 2014 – 24,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,485 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.

  • Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,485 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    127,485 miles
    Test number
    819579694712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail127,482 miles (+8,718)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,482 miles
    Test number
    751718205448
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fan belt frayed

  3. Pass118,764 miles (+8,352)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,764 miles
    Test number
    129386793129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,412 miles (+8,153)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    110,412 miles
    Test number
    858732400412
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass102,259 miles (+8,612)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    102,259 miles
    Test number
    294085376679
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass93,647 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    93,647 miles
    Test number
    812070057053
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen has scratches
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail93,647 miles (+9,159)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,647 miles
    Test number
    188753904434
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen has scratches
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass84,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,488 miles
    Test number
    785426784847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,488 miles (+8,555)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,488 miles
    Test number
    774411016423
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass75,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,933 miles
    Test number
    114023434985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,933 miles (+13,107)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,933 miles
    Test number
    125886792239
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass62,826 miles (+9,083)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,826 miles
    Test number
    174786324093
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass53,743 miles (+281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    53,743 miles
    Test number
    517765381997
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Fail53,462 miles (+11,006)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,462 miles
    Test number
    360572497650
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre severely perished
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryTPMS warning lamp on

  15. Pass42,456 miles (+7,915)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    42,456 miles
    Test number
    575480664687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,541 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    34,541 miles
    Test number
    299362599789
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail34,534 miles (+9,934)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,534 miles
    Test number
    652640958456
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass24,600 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    24,600 miles
    Test number
    176412074280
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LD61 XJU

Does LD61 XJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD61 XJU is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD61 XJU?
The MOT on LD61 XJU is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD61 XJU done?
LD61 XJU was recorded at 127,485 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 9,029 miles a year.
Has LD61 XJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD61 XJU has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LD61 XJU 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 LD61 XJU find?
LD61 XJU passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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