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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LD61 XRUMOT history

LD61 XRU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 57,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

LD61 XRU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
57,840 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD61 XRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
24 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD61 XRU was last recorded at 57,840 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 2,889 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,951 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,889 miles
Average per year
3,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,840 miles
  • 2025 – 54,951 miles
  • 2024 – 51,865 miles
  • 2023 – 48,674 miles
  • 2022 – 44,750 miles
  • 2021 – 41,042 miles
  • 2020 – 38,067 miles
  • 2019 – 35,431 miles
  • 2018 – 32,219 miles
  • 2017 – 28,643 miles
  • 2016 – 24,996 miles
  • 2015 – 20,279 miles
  • 2014 – 14,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,840 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,840 miles (+2,889)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    57,840 miles
    Test number
    601541367959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass54,951 miles (+3,086)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    54,951 miles
    Test number
    792231331573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass51,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    51,865 miles
    Test number
    277418260670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail51,865 miles (+3,191)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,865 miles
    Test number
    475824849069
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass48,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    48,674 miles
    Test number
    738822922717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail48,674 miles (+3,924)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,674 miles
    Test number
    315515093983
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass44,750 miles (+3,708)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    44,750 miles
    Test number
    253609954397
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass41,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    41,042 miles
    Test number
    770216844025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail41,042 miles (+2,975)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,042 miles
    Test number
    500032214221
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass38,067 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    38,067 miles
    Test number
    610581501801
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Fail38,064 miles (+2,633)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,064 miles
    Test number
    869891996269
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass35,431 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    35,431 miles
    Test number
    246914067496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Fail35,427 miles (+3,208)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,427 miles
    Test number
    191463537070
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Pass32,219 miles (+3,576)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    32,219 miles
    Test number
    797596625040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  15. Pass28,643 miles (+3,647)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    28,643 miles
    Test number
    189802911287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,996 miles (+4,717)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    24,996 miles
    Test number
    415614686506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,279 miles (+5,551)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    20,279 miles
    Test number
    335465198921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,728 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    14,728 miles
    Test number
    965680384234
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

Questions about LD61 XRU

Does LD61 XRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD61 XRU is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD61 XRU?
The MOT on LD61 XRU is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD61 XRU done?
LD61 XRU was recorded at 57,840 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 3,583 miles a year.
Has LD61 XRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD61 XRU has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LD61 XRU 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 XRU find?
LD61 XRU passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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