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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LR61 LJJMOT history

LR61 LJJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 122,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

LR61 LJJ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Mar 2027
Mileage
122,796 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,529 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 LJJ
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
29 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 LJJ was last recorded at 122,796 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 7,642 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
115,154 miles · 15 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,642 miles
Average per year
9,529 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,796 miles
  • 2025 – 115,154 miles
  • 2024 – 92,035 miles
  • 2023 – 79,523 miles
  • 2022 – 75,141 miles
  • 2021 – 62,595 miles
  • 2020 – 58,510 miles
  • 2019 – 54,812 miles
  • 2017 – 45,728 miles
  • 2016 – 37,274 miles
  • 2015 – 23,885 miles
  • 2014 – 13,696 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,796 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front discs inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust connecting sleeve 1 of 2 clamps broken
  • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer deteriorated but not leaking

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,796 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    122,796 miles
    Test number
    940099054130
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front discs inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust connecting sleeve 1 of 2 clamps broken
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer deteriorated but not leaking

  2. Fail122,796 miles (+7,642)3 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,796 miles
    Test number
    375915495387
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front discs inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust connecting sleeve 1 of 2 clamps broken
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer deteriorated but not leaking

  3. Pass115,154 miles (+23,119)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    115,154 miles
    Test number
    654978021033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,035 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    92,035 miles
    Test number
    995953796497
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail92,035 miles (+12,512)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,035 miles
    Test number
    123649048184
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass79,523 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    79,523 miles
    Test number
    838853249909
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail79,523 miles (+4,382)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,523 miles
    Test number
    112010894792
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass75,141 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    75,141 miles
    Test number
    562895347049
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail75,141 miles (+12,546)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,141 miles
    Test number
    284898841747
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass62,595 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,595 miles
    Test number
    230062906514
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryP{ark brake lever nearing max travel

  11. Fail62,595 miles (+4,085)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,595 miles
    Test number
    901275669036
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryP{ark brake lever nearing max travel

  12. Pass58,510 miles (+3,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    58,510 miles
    Test number
    637620669410
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc rusty, possibly due to standing? monitor after use
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass54,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    54,812 miles
    Test number
    178456801462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,812 miles (+9,084)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,812 miles
    Test number
    211869711338
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps replaced 501 capless bulb (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned repositioned bulb (4.1.4 (a))

  15. Pass45,728 miles (+8,454)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    45,728 miles
    Test number
    887619783645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,274 miles (+13,389)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    37,274 miles
    Test number
    791428493182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass23,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    23,885 miles
    Test number
    432807836256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail23,885 miles (+10,189)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,885 miles
    Test number
    235170159315
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass13,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    13,696 miles
    Test number
    175029864284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 LJJ

Does LR61 LJJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 LJJ is valid until 14 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 LJJ?
The MOT on LR61 LJJ is valid until 14 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 LJJ done?
LR61 LJJ was recorded at 122,796 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 9,529 miles a year.
Has LR61 LJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 LJJ has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 LJJ 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 LJJ find?
LR61 LJJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front discs inner surfaces; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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