Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LP61 OBLMOT history

LP61 OBL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 80,959 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

LP61 OBL black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
80,959 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,964 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LP61 OBL in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 OBL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 OBL was last recorded at 80,959 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 2,798 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,161 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,798 miles
Average per year
3,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,959 miles
  • 2024 – 78,161 miles
  • 2023 – 74,813 miles
  • 2022 – 72,032 miles
  • 2021 – 62,352 miles
  • 2020 – 59,689 miles
  • 2019 – 55,348 miles
  • 2018 – 50,774 miles
  • 2017 – 45,973 miles
  • 2016 – 42,265 miles
  • 2015 – 40,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,959 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 14 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,959 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    80,959 miles
    Test number
    884635837271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail80,959 miles (+2,798)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,959 miles
    Test number
    977288628939
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass78,161 miles (+3,348)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    78,161 miles
    Test number
    424614877267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass74,813 miles (+2,781)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    74,813 miles
    Test number
    347749620235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,032 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,032 miles
    Test number
    982317626817
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  6. Fail72,032 miles (+9,680)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,032 miles
    Test number
    148958944022
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  7. Pass62,352 miles (+2,663)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    62,352 miles
    Test number
    232996565799
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass59,689 miles (+4,341)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    59,689 miles
    Test number
    718192953043
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass55,348 miles (+4,574)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    55,348 miles
    Test number
    108960990712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,774 miles (+4,801)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    50,774 miles
    Test number
    364918823611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,973 miles (+3,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    45,973 miles
    Test number
    637350477473
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/60R15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass42,265 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,265 miles
    Test number
    106162911425
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail42,265 miles (+2,258)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,265 miles
    Test number
    249396794566
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass40,007 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,007 miles
    Test number
    555846695126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail40,007 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,007 miles
    Test number
    288995195107
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LP61 OBL

Does LP61 OBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 OBL is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP61 OBL?
The MOT on LP61 OBL is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 OBL done?
LP61 OBL was recorded at 80,959 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 3,964 miles a year.
Has LP61 OBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 OBL has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LP61 OBL 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 LP61 OBL find?
LP61 OBL passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

Related registrations

Browse all LP61O registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.