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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LR61 VFBMOT history

LR61 VFB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 68,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

LR61 VFB grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
68,611 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 VFB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 VFB was last recorded at 68,611 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 347 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,264 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
347 miles
Average per year
3,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,611 miles
  • 2025 – 68,264 miles
  • 2023 – 67,914 miles
  • 2022 – 67,833 miles
  • 2021 – 63,049 miles
  • 2020 – 57,465 miles
  • 2019 – 53,924 miles
  • 2018 – 49,683 miles
  • 2017 – 44,766 miles
  • 2015 – 39,583 miles
  • 2014 – 32,346 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,611 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

14 tests since 27 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,611 miles (+347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    68,611 miles
    Test number
    203629435495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass68,264 miles (+350)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    68,264 miles
    Test number
    359428445352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass67,914 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    67,914 miles
    Test number
    113280055199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail67,912 miles (+79)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,912 miles
    Test number
    792865222155
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass67,833 miles (+4,784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    67,833 miles
    Test number
    379358773413
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass63,049 miles (+5,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    63,049 miles
    Test number
    818038990503
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass57,465 miles (+3,541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    57,465 miles
    Test number
    861672388256
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass53,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    53,924 miles
    Test number
    711320832577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail53,924 miles (+4,241)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,924 miles
    Test number
    127992791207
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass49,683 miles (+4,917)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    49,683 miles
    Test number
    855135116829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,766 miles (+5,183)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    44,766 miles
    Test number
    395685800884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,583 miles (+7,237)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    39,583 miles
    Test number
    787542742514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,346 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    32,346 miles
    Test number
    408636934397
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail32,346 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,346 miles
    Test number
    827011334382
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR61 VFB

Does LR61 VFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 VFB is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 VFB?
The MOT on LR61 VFB is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 VFB done?
LR61 VFB was recorded at 68,611 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 3,068 miles a year.
Has LR61 VFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 VFB has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LR61 VFB 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 VFB find?
LR61 VFB passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear lower seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill.

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