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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

LS61 RKEMOT history

LS61 RKE is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 189,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

LS61 RKE black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
189,040 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 RKE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 RKE was last recorded at 189,040 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 21,485 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,555 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
21,485 miles
Average per year
12,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 189,040 miles
  • 2024 – 167,555 miles
  • 2023 – 149,234 miles
  • 2021 – 128,105 miles
  • 2020 – 120,051 miles
  • 2019 – 104,874 miles
  • 2018 – 95,952 miles
  • 2017 – 85,612 miles
  • 2015 – 66,277 miles
  • 2014 – 53,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,040 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Under body corrosion
  • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Bumper slight damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 6 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,040 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    189,040 miles
    Test number
    367523106162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  2. Fail189,040 miles (+21,485)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,040 miles
    Test number
    853402709019
    • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  3. Pass167,555 miles (+18,321)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    167,555 miles
    Test number
    749094152643
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass149,234 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    149,234 miles
    Test number
    291559152889
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper slight damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door slight damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail149,234 miles (+9,207)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,234 miles
    Test number
    665782021221
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper slight damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door slight damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail140,027 miles (+11,922)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,027 miles
    Test number
    774042290265
    • MajorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off Cracked (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass128,105 miles (+8,054)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    128,105 miles
    Test number
    472948256582
    • AdvisoryDrivers seatbelt outer casing missing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass120,051 miles (+15,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    120,051 miles
    Test number
    800148099142
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  9. Pass104,874 miles (+8,922)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,874 miles
    Test number
    890233604180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,952 miles (+10,340)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    95,952 miles
    Test number
    807968808330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass85,612 miles (+19,335)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,612 miles
    Test number
    944656688851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,277 miles (+13,055)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    66,277 miles
    Test number
    704333840176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass53,222 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    53,222 miles
    Test number
    157689774215
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS61 RKE

Does LS61 RKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 RKE is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS61 RKE?
The MOT on LS61 RKE is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 RKE done?
LS61 RKE was recorded at 189,040 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 12,228 miles a year.
Has LS61 RKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 RKE has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS61 RKE 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 RKE find?
LS61 RKE passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: offside front inner road wheel slightly distorted; offside front service brake binding but not excessively; rear coil spring corroded both, and 2 more.

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