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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LR61 VGEMOT history

LR61 VGE is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 224,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

LR61 VGE white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
224,891 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 VGE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
16 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 VGE was last recorded at 224,891 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 1,235 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
223,656 miles · 28 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1,235 miles
Average per year
10,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 224,891 miles
  • 2025 – 202,421 miles
  • 2024 – 190,003 miles
  • 2023 – 183,554 miles
  • 2022 – 178,949 miles
  • 2021 – 176,033 miles
  • 2020 – 171,798 miles
  • 2019 – 166,526 miles
  • 2018 – 160,670 miles
  • 2017 – 150,070 miles
  • 2016 – 135,441 miles
  • 2015 – 123,850 miles
  • 2014 – 92,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass224,891 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Offside and Nearside (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 22 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass224,891 miles (+1,235)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    224,891 miles
    Test number
    490769341177
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Offside and Nearside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail223,656 miles (+21,235)12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,656 miles
    Test number
    698497105063
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass202,421 miles (+12,418)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    202,421 miles
    Test number
    214599920966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass190,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    190,003 miles
    Test number
    348626033551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail190,003 miles (+6,449)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,003 miles
    Test number
    320807230599
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass183,554 miles (+4,605)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    183,554 miles
    Test number
    662344346989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass178,949 miles (+2,916)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    178,949 miles
    Test number
    277629596849
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass176,033 miles (+4,235)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    176,033 miles
    Test number
    400408419642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass171,798 miles (+5,272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    171,798 miles
    Test number
    415040382038
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass166,526 miles (+5,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    166,526 miles
    Test number
    258190092680
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass160,670 miles (+10,600)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    160,670 miles
    Test number
    200164907515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass150,070 miles (+14,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    150,070 miles
    Test number
    526349167607
    • AdvisoryRear both rear shock absorber shields adrift

  13. Pass135,441 miles (+11,591)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    135,441 miles
    Test number
    835209608405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass123,850 miles (+31,461)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    123,850 miles
    Test number
    518023981829
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass92,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    92,389 miles
    Test number
    588114034237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 VGE

Does LR61 VGE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 VGE is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 VGE?
The MOT on LR61 VGE is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 VGE done?
LR61 VGE was recorded at 224,891 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 10,915 miles a year.
Has LR61 VGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 VGE has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 VGE 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 VGE find?
LR61 VGE passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside; oil leak, but not excessive.

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