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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LL61 HCGMOT history

LL61 HCG is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 89,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

LL61 HCG 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 Sept 2027
Mileage
89,546 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 HCG
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
20 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 HCG was last recorded at 89,546 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,546 miles · 19 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,546 miles
  • 2025 – 85,622 miles
  • 2024 – 81,931 miles
  • 2023 – 75,457 miles
  • 2022 – 71,228 miles
  • 2021 – 60,339 miles
  • 2020 – 58,554 miles
  • 2019 – 52,449 miles
  • 2018 – 44,181 miles
  • 2017 – 37,139 miles
  • 2016 – 31,173 miles
  • 2015 – 23,231 miles
  • 2014 – 15,424 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,546 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,546 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    89,546 miles
    Test number
    593668481660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail89,546 miles (+3,924)7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,546 miles
    Test number
    972402249953
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass85,622 miles (+3,691)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    85,622 miles
    Test number
    104392527359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,931 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    81,931 miles
    Test number
    943916689494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail81,931 miles (+6,474)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,931 miles
    Test number
    106777800149
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass75,457 miles (+4,229)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    75,457 miles
    Test number
    751425354448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,228 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    71,228 miles
    Test number
    883103418323
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail71,228 miles (+10,889)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,228 miles
    Test number
    892038109361
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass60,339 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,339 miles
    Test number
    369294938968
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test permit moved up (3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail60,337 miles (+1,783)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,337 miles
    Test number
    218791681812
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test permit moved up (3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass58,554 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    58,554 miles
    Test number
    641334357640
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test permit moved (3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail58,554 miles (+6,105)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,554 miles
    Test number
    809365363209
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test permit moved (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing URGENT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass52,449 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    52,449 miles
    Test number
    211482040228
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail52,449 miles (+8,268)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,449 miles
    Test number
    470983455616
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185 60 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  15. Pass44,181 miles (+7,042)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    44,181 miles
    Test number
    143122057029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,139 miles (+5,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    37,139 miles
    Test number
    917080309467
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PADS WORN

  17. Pass31,173 miles (+7,942)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    31,173 miles
    Test number
    510203117488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,231 miles (+7,807)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    23,231 miles
    Test number
    197153548814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    15,424 miles
    Test number
    349624154466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL61 HCG

Does LL61 HCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 HCG is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL61 HCG?
The MOT on LL61 HCG is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL61 HCG done?
LL61 HCG was recorded at 89,546 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 6,157 miles a year.
Has LL61 HCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 HCG has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LL61 HCG 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 HCG find?
LL61 HCG passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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