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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LL61 SWYMOT history

LL61 SWY is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 152,583 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

LL61 SWY black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
152,583 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 SWY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
12 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 SWY was last recorded at 152,583 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,390 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
193 miles
Average per year
11,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,583 miles
  • 2024 – 144,398 miles
  • 2023 – 131,648 miles
  • 2022 – 119,903 miles
  • 2021 – 115,668 miles
  • 2020 – 103,385 miles
  • 2019 – 92,001 miles
  • 2018 – 76,725 miles
  • 2017 – 61,539 miles
  • 2016 – 48,841 miles
  • 2015 – 34,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,583 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,583 miles (+193)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    152,583 miles
    Test number
    957354059618
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail152,390 miles (+7,992)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,390 miles
    Test number
    504425403346
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass144,398 miles (+12,750)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    144,398 miles
    Test number
    777948242510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass131,648 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    131,648 miles
    Test number
    338777452305
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail131,648 miles (+11,745)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,648 miles
    Test number
    673414408027
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass119,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    119,903 miles
    Test number
    503836944905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail119,903 miles (+4,235)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,903 miles
    Test number
    584482282124
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass115,668 miles (+60)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    115,668 miles
    Test number
    255062164861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail115,608 miles (+12,223)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,608 miles
    Test number
    149297276878
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 251ppm (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass103,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    103,385 miles
    Test number
    590263864494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail103,385 miles (+11,384)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,385 miles
    Test number
    526826149036
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass92,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    92,001 miles
    Test number
    936784583085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Fail92,001 miles (+15,276)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,001 miles
    Test number
    358059539827
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  14. Pass76,725 miles (+15,186)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,725 miles
    Test number
    542502529453
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass61,539 miles (+12,698)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,539 miles
    Test number
    320692846909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,841 miles (+14,146)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    48,841 miles
    Test number
    937011525786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,695 miles
    Test number
    995450375186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL61 SWY

Does LL61 SWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 SWY is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL61 SWY?
The MOT on LL61 SWY is valid until 21 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 SWY done?
LL61 SWY was recorded at 152,583 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 11,328 miles a year.
Has LL61 SWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 SWY has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LL61 SWY 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 SWY find?
LL61 SWY passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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