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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LR61 KWAMOT history

LR61 KWA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 144,766 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

LR61 KWA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
144,766 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 KWA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 KWA was last recorded at 144,766 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,766 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,766 miles
  • 2025 – 139,829 miles
  • 2024 – 135,707 miles
  • 2023 – 129,322 miles
  • 2022 – 125,128 miles
  • 2021 – 116,508 miles
  • 2020 – 109,810 miles
  • 2019 – 101,715 miles
  • 2018 – 93,325 miles
  • 2017 – 77,555 miles
  • 2016 – 55,966 miles
  • 2015 – 47,586 miles
  • 2014 – 40,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,766 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,766 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    144,766 miles
    Test number
    694008236758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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 Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail144,766 miles (+4,937)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,766 miles
    Test number
    678256153908
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Cable snapped (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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 Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass139,829 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    139,829 miles
    Test number
    706011821970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail139,829 miles (+4,122)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,829 miles
    Test number
    566179004334
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass135,707 miles (+6,385)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    135,707 miles
    Test number
    541001348509
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass129,322 miles (+4,194)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    129,322 miles
    Test number
    998821394845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass125,128 miles (+8,620)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    125,128 miles
    Test number
    869401449898
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pad sensor wiring broken
  8. Pass116,508 miles (+6,698)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    116,508 miles
    Test number
    385170956491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,810 miles (+8,095)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    109,810 miles
    Test number
    186298010414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,715 miles (+8,390)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,715 miles
    Test number
    170164243848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,325 miles (+15,770)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    93,325 miles
    Test number
    811932818432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMajor oil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
  12. Pass77,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    77,555 miles
    Test number
    199117736529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail77,555 miles (+21,589)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,555 miles
    Test number
    923110874780
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  14. Pass55,966 miles (+8,380)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    55,966 miles
    Test number
    157516355312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,586 miles (+7,578)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    47,586 miles
    Test number
    840422769431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    40,008 miles
    Test number
    308289674252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 KWA

Does LR61 KWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 KWA is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 KWA?
The MOT on LR61 KWA is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 KWA done?
LR61 KWA was recorded at 144,766 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 9,149 miles a year.
Has LR61 KWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 KWA has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 KWA 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 KWA find?
LR61 KWA passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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