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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,896 cc

LS61 KBOMOT history

LS61 KBO is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 115,818 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

LS61 KBO white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
115,818 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 KBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 KBO was last recorded at 115,818 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 18,882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,936 miles · 11 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
18,882 miles
Average per year
7,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,818 miles
  • 2025 – 96,936 miles
  • 2024 – 91,157 miles
  • 2023 – 83,109 miles
  • 2022 – 75,088 miles
  • 2021 – 66,717 miles
  • 2020 – 60,009 miles
  • 2019 – 55,902 miles
  • 2018 – 50,795 miles
  • 2017 – 45,448 miles
  • 2016 – 34,875 miles
  • 2015 – 28,361 miles
  • 2014 – 20,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,818 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear tyre under inflated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 5 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,818 miles (+18,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    115,818 miles
    Test number
    123090570605
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass96,936 miles (+5,779)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    96,936 miles
    Test number
    678528946607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,157 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    91,157 miles
    Test number
    218871676899
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail91,148 miles (+8,039)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,148 miles
    Test number
    491787183017
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge worn down nearly exposing cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure 2x clamps corroded and snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass83,109 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    83,109 miles
    Test number
    959660716290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre under inflated
  6. Fail83,100 miles (+8,012)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,100 miles
    Test number
    470891636541
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre under inflated
  7. Pass75,088 miles (+8,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,088 miles
    Test number
    785424637710
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass66,717 miles (+6,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    66,717 miles
    Test number
    898877165229
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass60,009 miles (+4,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    60,009 miles
    Test number
    921606507392
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns /os + uneven wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass55,902 miles (+5,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,902 miles
    Test number
    316968252169
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  11. Pass50,795 miles (+5,347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    50,795 miles
    Test number
    241320125336
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inner edges corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass45,448 miles (+10,573)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    45,448 miles
    Test number
    787904813980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,875 miles (+6,514)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    34,875 miles
    Test number
    386953079831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,361 miles (+7,394)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    28,361 miles
    Test number
    340164103828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,967 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    20,967 miles
    Test number
    956158144230
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly worn inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre slight damage to its outer side wall

Questions about LS61 KBO

Does LS61 KBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 KBO is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 KBO?
The MOT on LS61 KBO is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 KBO done?
LS61 KBO was recorded at 115,818 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 7,842 miles a year.
Has LS61 KBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 KBO has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LS61 KBO 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 KBO find?
LS61 KBO passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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