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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,199 cc

LS61 UGHMOT history

LS61 UGH is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 79,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

LS61 UGH silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
79,139 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 UGH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
7 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 UGH was last recorded at 79,139 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 1,810 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,329 miles · 13 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1,810 miles
Average per year
4,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,139 miles
  • 2025 – 64,990 miles
  • 2024 – 53,823 miles
  • 2023 – 46,767 miles
  • 2022 – 41,379 miles
  • 2021 – 39,822 miles
  • 2020 – 37,931 miles
  • 2019 – 35,114 miles
  • 2018 – 33,397 miles
  • 2017 – 31,708 miles
  • 2016 – 29,962 miles
  • 2015 – 27,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,139 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside mirror cover missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,139 miles (+1,810)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    79,139 miles
    Test number
    332254533912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass77,329 miles (+12,339)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    77,329 miles
    Test number
    121579767049
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
  3. Pass64,990 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    64,990 miles
    Test number
    497695390613
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail64,986 miles (+11,163)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,986 miles
    Test number
    988977855323
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (ON LIMIT) and badly worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside daytime running light on. Undertrays fitted. TPMS Warning light on.
  5. Pass53,823 miles (+7,056)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    53,823 miles
    Test number
    981224174736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  6. Pass46,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    46,767 miles
    Test number
    283592262346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail46,767 miles (+5,388)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,767 miles
    Test number
    641867619415
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  8. Pass41,379 miles (+1,557)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    41,379 miles
    Test number
    493289150726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,822 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,822 miles
    Test number
    202872869219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  10. Fail39,818 miles (+1,887)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,818 miles
    Test number
    747431791997
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass37,931 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    37,931 miles
    Test number
    564435651331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Fail37,923 miles (+2,809)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,923 miles
    Test number
    374109545697
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  13. Pass35,114 miles (+1,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    35,114 miles
    Test number
    306756621123
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear wheel different to the others
  14. Pass33,397 miles (+1,689)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    33,397 miles
    Test number
    646015549309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,708 miles (+1,746)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    31,708 miles
    Test number
    244628562911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,962 miles (+2,400)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,962 miles
    Test number
    176729327831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    27,562 miles
    Test number
    510448966502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 UGH

Does LS61 UGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 UGH is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 UGH?
The MOT on LS61 UGH is valid until 9 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 UGH done?
LS61 UGH was recorded at 79,139 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 4,707 miles a year.
Has LS61 UGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 UGH has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LS61 UGH 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 UGH find?
LS61 UGH passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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