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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LS61 DPVMOT history

LS61 DPV is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 136,700 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

LS61 DPV white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
136,700 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,780 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 DPV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 DPV was last recorded at 136,700 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,697 miles · 28 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,780 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,700 miles
  • 2025 – 132,620 miles
  • 2024 – 123,964 miles
  • 2023 – 116,951 miles
  • 2022 – 111,967 miles
  • 2021 – 106,340 miles
  • 2020 – 103,090 miles
  • 2019 – 81,952 miles
  • 2018 – 70,317 miles
  • 2017 – 54,202 miles
  • 2016 – 52,326 miles
  • 2015 – 38,123 miles
  • 2014 – 32,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,700 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre worn on inner edge and on 2,7 mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front wipers smearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front drop link damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,700 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    136,700 miles
    Test number
    252251659616
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre worn on inner edge and on 2,7 mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail136,697 miles (+4,077)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,697 miles
    Test number
    656486624337
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Not visible from front (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre worn on inner edge and on 2,7 mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass132,620 miles (+8,656)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    132,620 miles
    Test number
    529884324449
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass123,964 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    123,964 miles
    Test number
    932954905163
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drop link damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
  5. Fail123,964 miles (+7,013)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,964 miles
    Test number
    970317405468
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drop link damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
  6. Pass116,951 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    116,951 miles
    Test number
    112532361138
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  7. Fail116,950 miles (+4,983)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,950 miles
    Test number
    922716850004
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  8. Pass111,967 miles (+5,627)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    111,967 miles
    Test number
    388484661088
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass106,340 miles (+3,250)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    106,340 miles
    Test number
    172679392297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,090 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    103,090 miles
    Test number
    290072340098
    • AdvisoryFront both suspension arm bushes starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test hanging from mirror
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail103,090 miles (+21,138)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,090 miles
    Test number
    427375529646
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed deep cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront both suspension arm bushes starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test hanging from mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge very close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass81,952 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,952 miles
    Test number
    190337767193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,838 miles (+11,521)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,838 miles
    Test number
    551727889116
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  14. Pass70,317 miles (+16,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,317 miles
    Test number
    910442517900
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass54,202 miles (+1,876)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    54,202 miles
    Test number
    252792241709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,326 miles (+2,624)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,326 miles
    Test number
    946483555610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,702 miles (+11,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    49,702 miles
    Test number
    714099606897
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  18. Pass38,123 miles (+5,801)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    38,123 miles
    Test number
    779475815065
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass32,322 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    32,322 miles
    Test number
    499725594165
    • 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 DPV

Does LS61 DPV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 DPV is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 DPV?
The MOT on LS61 DPV is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 DPV done?
LS61 DPV was recorded at 136,700 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 8,780 miles a year.
Has LS61 DPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 DPV has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 DPV 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 DPV find?
LS61 DPV passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs; central front lower undertray not fully secure; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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