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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LR61 LJEMOT history

LR61 LJE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 102,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

LR61 LJE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
102,091 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,152 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 LJE
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
5 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 LJE was last recorded at 102,091 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 2,272 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,819 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,272 miles
Average per year
7,152 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,091 miles
  • 2025 – 99,819 miles
  • 2024 – 95,479 miles
  • 2023 – 90,756 miles
  • 2022 – 84,934 miles
  • 2021 – 75,706 miles
  • 2020 – 69,242 miles
  • 2019 – 64,142 miles
  • 2018 – 53,788 miles
  • 2017 – 41,290 miles
  • 2016 – 34,896 miles
  • 2015 – 27,060 miles
  • 2014 – 15,097 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,091 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    102,091 miles
    Test number
    412381955129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail102,091 miles (+2,272)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,091 miles
    Test number
    264197943588
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer 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))

  3. Pass99,819 miles (+4,340)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    99,819 miles
    Test number
    326912320387
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass95,479 miles (+4,723)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    95,479 miles
    Test number
    926761296318
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer corroded

  5. Pass90,756 miles (+5,822)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    90,756 miles
    Test number
    228659335524
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,934 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    84,934 miles
    Test number
    733541143513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail84,928 miles (+9,222)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,928 miles
    Test number
    297439288046
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass75,706 miles (+6,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    75,706 miles
    Test number
    418394193808
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass69,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,242 miles
    Test number
    450942506296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,242 miles (+5,100)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,242 miles
    Test number
    318271821076
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass64,142 miles (+10,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,142 miles
    Test number
    779916176588
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn and corroded

  12. Pass53,788 miles (+12,498)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,788 miles
    Test number
    843662269781
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  13. Pass41,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    41,290 miles
    Test number
    861455979893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,290 miles (+6,394)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,290 miles
    Test number
    301607016596
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

  15. Pass34,896 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    34,896 miles
    Test number
    967113110267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail34,896 miles (+7,836)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,896 miles
    Test number
    923223238055
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass27,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    27,060 miles
    Test number
    387725363707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,060 miles (+11,963)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,060 miles
    Test number
    582181446650
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass15,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    15,097 miles
    Test number
    466829114201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 LJE

Does LR61 LJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 LJE is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 LJE?
The MOT on LR61 LJE is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 LJE done?
LR61 LJE was recorded at 102,091 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 7,152 miles a year.
Has LR61 LJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 LJE has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 LJE 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 LJE find?
LR61 LJE passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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