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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LS61 DAAMOT history

LS61 DAA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 26 MOT tests, with 214,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

LS61 DAA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
214,205 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
12 passed · 14 failed
Per year
11,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 DAA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
10 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 DAA was last recorded at 214,205 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,198 miles · 30 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
11,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,205 miles
  • 2025 – 198,087 miles
  • 2024 – 188,676 miles
  • 2023 – 178,728 miles
  • 2022 – 171,002 miles
  • 2021 – 154,175 miles
  • 2020 – 143,547 miles
  • 2019 – 132,172 miles
  • 2018 – 130,910 miles
  • 2016 – 98,855 miles
  • 2015 – 87,221 miles
  • 2014 – 77,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,205 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush 1 bolt missing (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Sill damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Heatshield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,205 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    214,205 miles
    Test number
    287989344251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush 1 bolt missing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail214,198 miles (+16,111)2 dangerous2 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,198 miles
    Test number
    656069806103
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush 1 bolt missing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass198,087 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    198,087 miles
    Test number
    348582396644
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail198,087 miles (+267)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,087 miles
    Test number
    172853431802
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail197,820 miles (+264)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,820 miles
    Test number
    674882859414
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Heatshield loose
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail197,556 miles (+8,880)2 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,556 miles
    Test number
    640288767257
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Heatshield loose
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass188,676 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    188,676 miles
    Test number
    457936453105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail188,674 miles (+9,946)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,674 miles
    Test number
    445649660633
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass178,728 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    178,728 miles
    Test number
    717474819376
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail178,728 miles (+7,726)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,728 miles
    Test number
    114109695202
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjuster Broken (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass171,002 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    171,002 miles
    Test number
    728476354879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail170,998 miles (+16,823)2 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,998 miles
    Test number
    265670024318
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre to rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass154,175 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    154,175 miles
    Test number
    389453248846
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAir bage / belt pretensioner de-activated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscruing some components

  14. Fail154,162 miles (+10,615)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,162 miles
    Test number
    700109951707
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm chords showing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm chords showing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAir bage / belt pretensioner de-activated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscruing some components

  15. Pass143,547 miles (+1,435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    143,547 miles
    Test number
    324280049790
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Fail142,112 miles (+9,940)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,112 miles
    Test number
    185931686364
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  17. Pass132,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    132,172 miles
    Test number
    315862350885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail132,168 miles (+1,258)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,168 miles
    Test number
    197051445459
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  19. Fail130,910 miles (+18,615)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,910 miles
    Test number
    394817544430
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  20. Pass112,295 miles (+13,440)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    112,295 miles
    Test number
    405962721611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass98,855 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    98,855 miles
    Test number
    526130107519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail98,847 miles (+11,626)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,847 miles
    Test number
    424967026183
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass87,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    87,221 miles
    Test number
    733575835297
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to register

  24. Fail87,221 miles (+9,534)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,221 miles
    Test number
    793152757299
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to register

  25. Fail77,687 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,687 miles
    Test number
    378261354472
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass77,687 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    77,687 miles
    Test number
    497131954221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS61 DAA

Does LS61 DAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 DAA is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 DAA?
The MOT on LS61 DAA is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 DAA done?
LS61 DAA was recorded at 214,205 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 11,450 miles a year.
Has LS61 DAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 DAA has failed 14 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 DAA 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 LS61 DAA find?
LS61 DAA passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush 1 bolt missing; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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