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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LS61 DOUMOT history

LS61 DOU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 59,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LS61 DOU silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
59,134 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 DOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 DOU was last recorded at 59,134 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 5,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,569 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,565 miles
Average per year
4,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,134 miles
  • 2025 – 53,569 miles
  • 2024 – 47,399 miles
  • 2023 – 43,059 miles
  • 2021 – 36,428 miles
  • 2020 – 34,049 miles
  • 2019 – 26,893 miles
  • 2018 – 26,103 miles
  • 2017 – 17,942 miles
  • 2016 – 11,360 miles
  • 2015 – 8,370 miles
  • 2014 – 6,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,134 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between treads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 3 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,134 miles (+5,565)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    59,134 miles
    Test number
    969142397204
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass53,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    53,569 miles
    Test number
    649633785818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail53,569 miles (+6,170)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,569 miles
    Test number
    279665911987
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass47,399 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    47,399 miles
    Test number
    989781809384
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail47,399 miles (+4,340)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,399 miles
    Test number
    979630149491
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm also smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass43,059 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    43,059 miles
    Test number
    379999630306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail43,058 miles (+6,630)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,058 miles
    Test number
    733181085572
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass36,428 miles (+2,379)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    36,428 miles
    Test number
    949964391167
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass34,049 miles (+7,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    34,049 miles
    Test number
    322056966111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass26,893 miles (+790)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    26,893 miles
    Test number
    797474691521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass26,103 miles (+8,161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    26,103 miles
    Test number
    797109697944
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on minimum
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass17,942 miles (+6,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    17,942 miles
    Test number
    547897647261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass11,360 miles (+2,990)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    11,360 miles
    Test number
    663741766536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass8,370 miles (+1,663)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    8,370 miles
    Test number
    489608865178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass6,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    6,707 miles
    Test number
    855144284153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 DOU

Does LS61 DOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 DOU is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 DOU?
The MOT on LS61 DOU is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 DOU done?
LS61 DOU was recorded at 59,134 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 4,307 miles a year.
Has LS61 DOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 DOU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LS61 DOU 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 DOU find?
LS61 DOU passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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