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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LR61 HFSMOT history

LR61 HFS is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 91,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

LR61 HFS black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
91,989 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 HFS
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
28 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 HFS was last recorded at 91,989 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 6,180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,809 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
6,180 miles
Average per year
6,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,989 miles
  • 2024 – 85,809 miles
  • 2023 – 79,096 miles
  • 2022 – 72,922 miles
  • 2021 – 60,158 miles
  • 2019 – 48,963 miles
  • 2018 – 38,886 miles
  • 2017 – 33,234 miles
  • 2016 – 30,377 miles
  • 2015 – 23,070 miles
  • 2014 – 17,871 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,989 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,989 miles (+6,180)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    91,989 miles
    Test number
    942057865950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass85,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    85,809 miles
    Test number
    941972784168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail85,809 miles (+6,713)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,809 miles
    Test number
    123524012042
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass79,096 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    79,096 miles
    Test number
    915533473606
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail79,088 miles (+6,166)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,088 miles
    Test number
    921559298824
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass72,922 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,922 miles
    Test number
    777959033204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,739 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    72,739 miles
    Test number
    243670960780
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail72,738 miles (+12,580)3 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,738 miles
    Test number
    415011277828
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass60,158 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    60,158 miles
    Test number
    899723931447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,091 miles (+11,128)3 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,091 miles
    Test number
    362271411029
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass48,963 miles (+10,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,963 miles
    Test number
    427695359509
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass38,886 miles (+5,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    38,886 miles
    Test number
    406390944267
    • AdvisoryRear a bit of travel on hand brake

  13. Pass33,234 miles (+2,857)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    33,234 miles
    Test number
    616654648697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,377 miles (+7,307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    30,377 miles
    Test number
    439892263589
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass23,070 miles (+5,199)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    23,070 miles
    Test number
    218012340078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    17,871 miles
    Test number
    395919004206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 HFS

Does LR61 HFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 HFS is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR61 HFS?
The MOT on LR61 HFS is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 HFS done?
LR61 HFS was recorded at 91,989 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 6,577 miles a year.
Has LR61 HFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 HFS has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LR61 HFS 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 LR61 HFS find?
LR61 HFS passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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