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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LL61 HBJMOT history

LL61 HBJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 52,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2025.

LL61 HBJ grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
52,792 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,326 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 HBJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 HBJ was last recorded at 52,792 miles on 15 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,792 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,326 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 52,792 miles
  • 2024 – 47,988 miles
  • 2023 – 46,117 miles
  • 2021 – 41,752 miles
  • 2020 – 33,157 miles
  • 2019 – 27,864 miles
  • 2018 – 25,456 miles
  • 2017 – 24,246 miles
  • 2016 – 21,353 miles
  • 2015 – 17,949 miles
  • 2014 – 16,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,792 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass52,792 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    52,792 miles
    Test number
    987766612972
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail52,792 miles (+4,804)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,792 miles
    Test number
    308998187740
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass47,988 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    47,988 miles
    Test number
    203910637115
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail47,988 miles (+1,871)1 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,988 miles
    Test number
    816371079992
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass46,117 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    46,117 miles
    Test number
    150372418737
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail46,116 miles (+4,364)2 dangerous3 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,116 miles
    Test number
    818031658190
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure plus worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass41,752 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    41,752 miles
    Test number
    222091031350
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail41,752 miles (+8,595)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,752 miles
    Test number
    425559157674
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass33,157 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    33,157 miles
    Test number
    933322158354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail33,157 miles (+5,293)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,157 miles
    Test number
    953048013519
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass27,864 miles (+2,408)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    27,864 miles
    Test number
    899377999619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    25,456 miles
    Test number
    905291136297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail25,456 miles (+1,210)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,456 miles
    Test number
    378545728766
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass24,246 miles (+2,893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    24,246 miles
    Test number
    300073046269
    • AdvisoryAll four tyre's cracking in tread
  15. Pass21,353 miles (+3,404)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    21,353 miles
    Test number
    211421313185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,949 miles (+1,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    17,949 miles
    Test number
    799686258260
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryAll four tyre's cracking
  17. Pass16,518 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    16,518 miles
    Test number
    719414854328
    • NoteOffside outer sill damaged

Questions about LL61 HBJ

Does LL61 HBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 HBJ is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL61 HBJ?
The MOT on LL61 HBJ is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL61 HBJ done?
LL61 HBJ was recorded at 52,792 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2025, an average of 3,326 miles a year.
Has LL61 HBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 HBJ has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LL61 HBJ 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 LL61 HBJ find?
LL61 HBJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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