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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LR61 ONGMOT history

LR61 ONG is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Sept 2011. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 117,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

LR61 ONG silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2026
Mileage
117,650 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 ONG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR61 ONG was last recorded at 117,650 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,386 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
264 miles
Average per year
6,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,650 miles
  • 2025 – 110,105 miles
  • 2024 – 102,714 miles
  • 2022 – 97,119 miles
  • 2021 – 91,169 miles
  • 2019 – 81,292 miles
  • 2018 – 75,097 miles
  • 2017 – 68,229 miles
  • 2016 – 55,791 miles
  • 2015 – 46,052 miles
  • 2014 – 37,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,650 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected worn (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousClutch worn out
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested not going into gears clutch finished (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill complete (6.1.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre wearing at both edges.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,650 miles (+264)4 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,650 miles
    Test number
    658971394475
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected worn (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousClutch worn out
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested not going into gears clutch finished (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill complete (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail117,386 miles (+7,281)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,386 miles
    Test number
    434126217299
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass110,105 miles (+71)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    110,105 miles
    Test number
    437894026803
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail110,034 miles (+7,320)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,034 miles
    Test number
    211797592481
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,714 miles (+5,595)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    102,714 miles
    Test number
    554243818499
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill heavily corroded but outside of perscribed areas

  6. Pass97,119 miles (+39)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    97,119 miles
    Test number
    243947545984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing at both edges.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing badly at inner edge.

  7. Fail97,080 miles (+5,911)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,080 miles
    Test number
    403080250228
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing at both edges.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing badly at inner edge.

  8. Pass91,169 miles (+70)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    91,169 miles
    Test number
    188175728258
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing at inner edge.

  9. Fail91,099 miles (+3,572)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,099 miles
    Test number
    793962439947
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing at inner edge.

  10. Pass87,527 miles (+6,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,527 miles
    Test number
    355873449509
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass81,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,292 miles
    Test number
    763390449140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail81,292 miles (+6,195)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,292 miles
    Test number
    940380862819
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass75,097 miles (+6,868)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,097 miles
    Test number
    147522284063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,229 miles (+12,438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    68,229 miles
    Test number
    886242706427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass55,791 miles (+9,739)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,791 miles
    Test number
    340329661525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,052 miles (+8,596)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    46,052 miles
    Test number
    695955135118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,456 miles
    Test number
    156676164284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,456 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,456 miles
    Test number
    518856964286
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LR61 ONG

Does LR61 ONG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR61 ONG expired on 21 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR61 ONG?
The MOT on LR61 ONG expired on 21 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR61 ONG done?
LR61 ONG was recorded at 117,650 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 6,826 miles a year.
Has LR61 ONG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 ONG has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 ONG 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 ONG find?
LR61 ONG failed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 4 dangerous defects and 4 major defects: front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; nearside front steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected worn; offside steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected, and 5 more.

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