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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LS61 RFXMOT history

LS61 RFX is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 149,087 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

LS61 RFX grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
149,087 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 RFX
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
18 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 RFX was last recorded at 149,087 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 5,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,531 miles · 2 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,556 miles
Average per year
9,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,087 miles
  • 2025 – 143,531 miles
  • 2024 – 136,220 miles
  • 2023 – 126,111 miles
  • 2022 – 118,113 miles
  • 2021 – 110,542 miles
  • 2020 – 102,867 miles
  • 2019 – 93,214 miles
  • 2018 – 82,844 miles
  • 2017 – 70,630 miles
  • 2016 – 65,969 miles
  • 2015 – 60,439 miles
  • 2014 – 36,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,087 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear 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.

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective exhaust sleeve/clamps

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both rear tyres wearing inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass149,087 miles (+5,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    149,087 miles
    Test number
    852833194993
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass143,531 miles (+7,311)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    143,531 miles
    Test number
    468121425687
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,220 miles (+10,109)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    136,220 miles
    Test number
    216694800158
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass126,111 miles (+7,998)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    126,111 miles
    Test number
    857584387955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,113 miles (+7,571)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    118,113 miles
    Test number
    190149016445
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play detected under load (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass110,542 miles (+7,675)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    110,542 miles
    Test number
    102455847365
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Sleeve, clamps heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass102,867 miles (+300)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    102,867 miles
    Test number
    972895304676
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective exhaust sleeve/clamps (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing inner edge

  8. Fail102,567 miles (+9,353)1 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,567 miles
    Test number
    411303647470
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective exhaust sleeve/clamps (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge HEAVY INNER WEAR (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror glass
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch stiff operation
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing inner edge

  9. Pass93,214 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,214 miles
    Test number
    380474573564
    • DangerousNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror lens damaged

  10. Fail93,214 miles (+10,370)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,214 miles
    Test number
    882550671932
    • DangerousNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror lens damaged
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass82,844 miles (+12,214)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,844 miles
    Test number
    185753083871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers and undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

  12. Pass70,630 miles (+4,661)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,630 miles
    Test number
    722328131773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,969 miles (+5,530)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,969 miles
    Test number
    766886992377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,439 miles (+23,899)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    60,439 miles
    Test number
    451070502970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,540 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    36,540 miles
    Test number
    845862664249
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about LS61 RFX

Does LS61 RFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 RFX is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 RFX?
The MOT on LS61 RFX is valid until 15 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 RFX done?
LS61 RFX was recorded at 149,087 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 9,485 miles a year.
Has LS61 RFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 RFX has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LS61 RFX 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 RFX find?
LS61 RFX passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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