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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LS61 UGUMOT history

LS61 UGU is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 118,184 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

LS61 UGU grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
118,184 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 UGU
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
14 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 UGU was last recorded at 118,184 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,184 miles · 5 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,184 miles
  • 2025 – 110,761 miles
  • 2024 – 99,886 miles
  • 2023 – 91,452 miles
  • 2022 – 84,896 miles
  • 2021 – 79,252 miles
  • 2020 – 73,979 miles
  • 2019 – 67,798 miles
  • 2018 – 62,232 miles
  • 2017 – 55,291 miles
  • 2016 – 45,684 miles
  • 2015 – 35,228 miles
  • 2014 – 25,659 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,184 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major4 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,184 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    118,184 miles
    Test number
    108954475953
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail118,184 miles (+7,423)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,184 miles
    Test number
    244333566983
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass110,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    110,761 miles
    Test number
    162598066018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail110,761 miles (+10,875)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,761 miles
    Test number
    769523096971
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass99,886 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    99,886 miles
    Test number
    551669004817
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail99,886 miles (+8,434)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,886 miles
    Test number
    741971303089
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass91,452 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    91,452 miles
    Test number
    569221833432
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel rim damaged
  8. Fail91,452 miles (+6,556)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,452 miles
    Test number
    854007528393
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel rim damaged
  9. Pass84,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    84,896 miles
    Test number
    873752500212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,896 miles (+5,644)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,896 miles
    Test number
    913753830445
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass79,252 miles (+5,273)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    79,252 miles
    Test number
    679598570057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,979 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    73,979 miles
    Test number
    631829082883
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Fail73,916 miles (+6,118)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,916 miles
    Test number
    186183442528
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass67,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,798 miles
    Test number
    616280237058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,798 miles (+5,566)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,798 miles
    Test number
    115576127975
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  16. Pass62,232 miles (+6,941)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    62,232 miles
    Test number
    141385656557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,291 miles (+9,607)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    55,291 miles
    Test number
    907187694160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,684 miles (+10,456)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    45,684 miles
    Test number
    725664045636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,228 miles (+9,569)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    35,228 miles
    Test number
    578208628404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    25,659 miles
    Test number
    797437674211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 UGU

Does LS61 UGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 UGU is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 UGU?
The MOT on LS61 UGU is valid until 5 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 UGU done?
LS61 UGU was recorded at 118,184 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 7,707 miles a year.
Has LS61 UGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 UGU has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 UGU 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 UGU find?
LS61 UGU passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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