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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LR61 RBZMOT history

LR61 RBZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 30 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 51,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

LR61 RBZ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 May 2027
Mileage
51,968 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 RBZ
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
22 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 RBZ was last recorded at 51,968 miles on 27 May 2026, 2,945 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,023 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,945 miles
Average per year
3,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,968 miles
  • 2025 – 49,023 miles
  • 2024 – 42,862 miles
  • 2023 – 35,381 miles
  • 2022 – 28,776 miles
  • 2021 – 28,542 miles
  • 2020 – 27,990 miles
  • 2019 – 24,721 miles
  • 2018 – 20,735 miles
  • 2017 – 16,037 miles
  • 2016 – 13,884 miles
  • 2015 – 11,364 miles
  • 2014 – 8,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,968 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front exhaust flex deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,968 miles (+2,945)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2027
    Odometer
    51,968 miles
    Test number
    694527616491
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass49,023 miles (+6,161)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    49,023 miles
    Test number
    588684795840
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass42,862 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    42,862 miles
    Test number
    723924955561
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail42,862 miles (+7,481)3 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,862 miles
    Test number
    250405964153
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass35,381 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    35,381 miles
    Test number
    467751727282
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  6. Fail35,381 miles (+6,605)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,381 miles
    Test number
    230537566230
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  7. Pass28,776 miles (+234)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    28,776 miles
    Test number
    560826065147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass28,542 miles (+552)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    28,542 miles
    Test number
    623641366429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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))

  9. Pass27,990 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    27,990 miles
    Test number
    835210546790
    • 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))

  10. Fail27,990 miles (+3,269)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,990 miles
    Test number
    181255484789
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass24,721 miles (+3,986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    24,721 miles
    Test number
    283063650977
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass20,735 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    20,735 miles
    Test number
    629069655330
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail20,735 miles (+4,698)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,735 miles
    Test number
    805691644757
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass16,037 miles (+2,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    16,037 miles
    Test number
    180476333702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outter edge of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outter edge of tread

  15. Pass13,884 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    13,884 miles
    Test number
    568139117256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outter edge of tread and perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outter edge of tread and perishing

  16. Fail13,884 miles (+2,520)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,884 miles
    Test number
    249404799051
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outter edge of tread and perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outter edge of tread and perishing

  17. Pass11,364 miles (+3,027)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    11,364 miles
    Test number
    241764394619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    8,337 miles
    Test number
    349490164255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 RBZ

Does LR61 RBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 RBZ is valid until 30 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 RBZ?
The MOT on LR61 RBZ is valid until 30 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 RBZ done?
LR61 RBZ was recorded at 51,968 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 3,732 miles a year.
Has LR61 RBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 RBZ has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LR61 RBZ 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 RBZ find?
LR61 RBZ passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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