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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LS61 VHEMOT history

LS61 VHE is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 106,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

LS61 VHE grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
106,369 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 VHE
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 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 VHE was last recorded at 106,369 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 4,423 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,946 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,423 miles
Average per year
4,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,369 miles
  • 2025 – 101,946 miles
  • 2024 – 97,886 miles
  • 2023 – 94,551 miles
  • 2022 – 91,701 miles
  • 2021 – 89,668 miles
  • 2020 – 88,269 miles
  • 2018 – 85,319 miles
  • 2017 – 78,302 miles
  • 2016 – 70,503 miles
  • 2015 – 60,150 miles
  • 2014 – 49,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,369 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,369 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    106,369 miles
    Test number
    311192041671
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail106,369 miles (+4,423)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,369 miles
    Test number
    430476500399
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass101,946 miles (+4,060)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    101,946 miles
    Test number
    519847322555
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass97,886 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    97,886 miles
    Test number
    879423025503
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail97,886 miles (+3,335)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,886 miles
    Test number
    790771148561
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass94,551 miles (+2,850)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    94,551 miles
    Test number
    620644623771
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass91,701 miles (+2,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    91,701 miles
    Test number
    213013265764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass89,668 miles (+1,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    89,668 miles
    Test number
    197114268533
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass88,269 miles (+2,950)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,269 miles
    Test number
    742298841762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,319 miles (+7,017)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,319 miles
    Test number
    418975983523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,302 miles (+7,799)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,302 miles
    Test number
    293568118049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,503 miles (+135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    70,503 miles
    Test number
    126076345422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail70,368 miles (+10,218)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,368 miles
    Test number
    911860107245
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass60,150 miles (+10,371)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    60,150 miles
    Test number
    597343979730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,779 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,779 miles
    Test number
    706725874213
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LS61 VHE

Does LS61 VHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 VHE is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 VHE?
The MOT on LS61 VHE is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 VHE done?
LS61 VHE was recorded at 106,369 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 4,979 miles a year.
Has LS61 VHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 VHE has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 VHE 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 VHE find?
LS61 VHE passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres.

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