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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LL61 PHOMOT history

LL61 PHO is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 85,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

LL61 PHO black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
85,232 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 PHO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 PHO was last recorded at 85,232 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 4,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,088 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,144 miles
Average per year
3,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,232 miles
  • 2025 – 81,088 miles
  • 2024 – 73,195 miles
  • 2023 – 68,561 miles
  • 2022 – 64,385 miles
  • 2021 – 58,875 miles
  • 2020 – 55,957 miles
  • 2019 – 53,981 miles
  • 2018 – 51,568 miles
  • 2017 – 48,214 miles
  • 2016 – 46,146 miles
  • 2015 – 44,141 miles
  • 2014 – 42,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,232 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 30 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,232 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    85,232 miles
    Test number
    642746323638
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  2. Fail85,232 miles (+4,144)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,232 miles
    Test number
    785759406452
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  3. Pass81,088 miles (+7,893)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    81,088 miles
    Test number
    623598046281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass73,195 miles (+4,634)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    73,195 miles
    Test number
    733890228734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass68,561 miles (+4,176)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    68,561 miles
    Test number
    752648730136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass64,385 miles (+5,510)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    64,385 miles
    Test number
    583165392239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass58,875 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    58,875 miles
    Test number
    717229085836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    55,957 miles
    Test number
    583060737342
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to test

  9. Fail55,957 miles (+1,976)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,957 miles
    Test number
    993955129015
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to test

  10. Pass53,981 miles (+2,413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    53,981 miles
    Test number
    242715369573
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass51,568 miles (+3,354)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    51,568 miles
    Test number
    273712485074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,214 miles (+2,068)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    48,214 miles
    Test number
    211964510021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    46,146 miles
    Test number
    132752746241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,146 miles (+2,005)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,146 miles
    Test number
    883134287617
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass44,141 miles (+2,016)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    44,141 miles
    Test number
    759419385032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,125 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    42,125 miles
    Test number
    508095464322
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail42,125 miles1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,125 miles
    Test number
    968234264329
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LL61 PHO

Does LL61 PHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 PHO is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL61 PHO?
The MOT on LL61 PHO is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL61 PHO done?
LL61 PHO was recorded at 85,232 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 3,825 miles a year.
Has LL61 PHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 PHO has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LL61 PHO 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 PHO find?
LL61 PHO passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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