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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,199 cc

LE61 BOWMOT history

LE61 BOW is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Sept 2011. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2025 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 97,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2024.

LE61 BOW black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2025
Mileage
97,558 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2024
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE61 BOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE61 BOW was last recorded at 97,558 miles on 1 Aug 2024, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,538 miles · 23 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
7,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 97,558 miles
  • 2023 – 92,770 miles
  • 2022 – 76,568 miles
  • 2021 – 70,197 miles
  • 2020 – 64,770 miles
  • 2019 – 58,392 miles
  • 2018 – 54,802 miles
  • 2017 – 46,937 miles
  • 2016 – 42,776 miles
  • 2015 – 33,076 miles
  • 2014 – 27,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,558 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material end of n/s front rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Hand brake lever has little reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,558 miles (+20)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    97,558 miles
    Test number
    265621789277
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail97,538 miles (+28)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,538 miles
    Test number
    274522535416
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Fail97,510 miles (+4,740)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,510 miles
    Test number
    505272031661
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass92,770 miles (+2,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    92,770 miles
    Test number
    123119865480
    • AdvisoryUnder side covered with underseal and trays
  5. Pass90,171 miles (+159)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    90,171 miles
    Test number
    634427961646
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material end of n/s front rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNoise on n/s rear shock absorber
    • AdvisoryO/s outer sill corroded but outside of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryParking brake poor on n/s
  6. Fail90,012 miles (+13,444)3 dangerous6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,012 miles
    Test number
    963005338153
    • 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))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60 R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases From worn flexi section, and from x2 holes around front exhaust hanger (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material end of n/s front rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s outer sill corroded but outside of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryParking brake poor on n/s
  7. Pass76,568 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    76,568 miles
    Test number
    277470364480
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi/DPF section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s front outer sill corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail78,568 miles (+8,371)2 dangerous5 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,568 miles
    Test number
    861637741287
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi/DPF section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s front outer sill corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect n/s rear wheel bearing due to brake bind
  9. Pass70,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    70,197 miles
    Test number
    443837737936
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades poor
  10. Fail70,197 miles (+5,427)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,197 miles
    Test number
    271377377859
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to snapped exhaust (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades poor
  11. Pass64,770 miles (+6,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    64,770 miles
    Test number
    643171237246
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass58,392 miles (+3,590)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    58,392 miles
    Test number
    761585290324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,802 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    54,802 miles
    Test number
    392766918137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Fail54,802 miles (+7,865)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,802 miles
    Test number
    125736908816
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  15. Pass46,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,937 miles
    Test number
    723460943514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,937 miles (+4,161)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,937 miles
    Test number
    987274662643
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Pass42,776 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    42,776 miles
    Test number
    377666501513
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted
  18. Fail42,775 miles (+9,699)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,775 miles
    Test number
    457160546934
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted
  19. Pass33,076 miles (+5,883)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    33,076 miles
    Test number
    658356675186
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass27,193 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    27,193 miles
    Test number
    289626594146
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished between tred

Questions about LE61 BOW

Does LE61 BOW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE61 BOW expired on 31 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE61 BOW?
The MOT on LE61 BOW expired on 31 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE61 BOW done?
LE61 BOW was recorded at 97,558 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2024, an average of 7,003 miles a year.
Has LE61 BOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE61 BOW has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LE61 BOW 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 LE61 BOW find?
LE61 BOW passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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