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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LR61 VFUMOT history

LR61 VFU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Nov 2011. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2025 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 240,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2024.

LR61 VFU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2025
Mileage
240,053 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2024
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
15,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 VFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 VFU was last recorded at 240,053 miles on 22 Nov 2024, 8,356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,697 miles · 23 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
8,356 miles
Average per year
15,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 240,053 miles
  • 2023 – 231,697 miles
  • 2022 – 219,422 miles
  • 2021 – 204,315 miles
  • 2020 – 186,911 miles
  • 2019 – 169,953 miles
  • 2018 – 150,713 miles
  • 2017 – 133,213 miles
  • 2016 – 118,260 miles
  • 2015 – 110,836 miles
  • 2014 – 86,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass240,053 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Needs changing ASAP !! (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass240,053 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    240,053 miles
    Test number
    760283924380
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Needs changing ASAP !! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail240,053 miles (+8,356)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,053 miles
    Test number
    101266101969
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Needs changing ASAP !! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass231,697 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    231,697 miles
    Test number
    152505593016
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail231,697 miles (+12,275)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,697 miles
    Test number
    550310934716
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass219,422 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    219,422 miles
    Test number
    690487847010
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail219,422 miles (+15,107)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,422 miles
    Test number
    951497655353
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass204,315 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    204,315 miles
    Test number
    430398461017
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail204,313 miles (+17,402)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,313 miles
    Test number
    971411642146
    • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn faces n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass186,911 miles (+16,958)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    186,911 miles
    Test number
    713239855227
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass169,953 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    169,953 miles
    Test number
    512577057368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail169,952 miles (+19,239)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,952 miles
    Test number
    913401746384
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass150,713 miles (+55)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    150,713 miles
    Test number
    330322109041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres cracking on outer treads.

  13. Fail150,658 miles (+17,445)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,658 miles
    Test number
    556460443164
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres cracking on outer treads.

  14. Pass133,213 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    133,213 miles
    Test number
    680217241331
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers and undertrays fitted

  15. Fail133,213 miles (+14,953)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,213 miles
    Test number
    810677587478
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers and undertrays fitted

  16. Pass118,260 miles (+7,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    118,260 miles
    Test number
    227202686818
    • AdvisoryCovers on engine bay and underside

  17. Pass110,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    110,836 miles
    Test number
    937194881497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail110,836 miles (+24,112)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,836 miles
    Test number
    213887980367
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass86,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    86,724 miles
    Test number
    679458264261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 VFU

Does LR61 VFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR61 VFU expired on 22 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR61 VFU?
The MOT on LR61 VFU expired on 22 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR61 VFU done?
LR61 VFU was recorded at 240,053 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2024, an average of 15,091 miles a year.
Has LR61 VFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 VFU has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LR61 VFU 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 VFU find?
LR61 VFU passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge needs changing asap !!; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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