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Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LS61 DPKMOT history

LS61 DPK is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 109,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2026.

LS61 DPK grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
109,105 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,603 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 DPK
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
28 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 DPK was last recorded at 109,105 miles on 12 Sept 2026, 11,118 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
97,987 miles · 30 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,118 miles
Average per year
7,603 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,105 miles
  • 2025 – 97,987 miles
  • 2024 – 87,549 miles
  • 2023 – 74,217 miles
  • 2022 – 70,877 miles
  • 2021 – 65,352 miles
  • 2020 – 59,511 miles
  • 2019 – 50,408 miles
  • 2018 – 43,798 miles
  • 2017 – 35,255 miles
  • 2015 – 26,808 miles
  • 2014 – 18,574 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,105 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,105 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    109,105 miles
    Test number
    272750292817
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail109,105 miles (+11,118)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,105 miles
    Test number
    659677233637
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass97,987 miles (+10,438)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    97,987 miles
    Test number
    371309186703
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass87,549 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    87,549 miles
    Test number
    156118181620
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail87,549 miles (+13,332)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,549 miles
    Test number
    203238103536
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass74,217 miles (+3,340)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    74,217 miles
    Test number
    670083551940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,877 miles (+5,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    70,877 miles
    Test number
    732864048879
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray fitted obscuring steering & suspension components

  8. Pass65,352 miles (+5,841)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    65,352 miles
    Test number
    825012991612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,511 miles (+9,103)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    59,511 miles
    Test number
    284498680953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,408 miles (+6,610)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    50,408 miles
    Test number
    772291781303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,798 miles (+8,543)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    43,798 miles
    Test number
    649779524124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,255 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    35,255 miles
    Test number
    409434692155
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside component/Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

  13. Fail35,255 miles (+8,447)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,255 miles
    Test number
    166150750373
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside component/Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

  14. Pass26,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    26,808 miles
    Test number
    935447472902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail26,808 miles (+8,234)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,808 miles
    Test number
    506287811288
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass18,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    18,574 miles
    Test number
    966369484205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 DPK

Does LS61 DPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 DPK is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 DPK?
The MOT on LS61 DPK is valid until 11 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 DPK done?
LS61 DPK was recorded at 109,105 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2026, an average of 7,603 miles a year.
Has LS61 DPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 DPK has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 DPK 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 DPK find?
LS61 DPK passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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