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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,984 cc

LS61 VHHMOT history

LS61 VHH is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 103,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

LS61 VHH grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
103,814 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 VHH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 VHH was last recorded at 103,814 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 2,360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,454 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,360 miles
Average per year
6,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,814 miles
  • 2025 – 101,454 miles
  • 2024 – 98,363 miles
  • 2023 – 94,296 miles
  • 2022 – 90,240 miles
  • 2021 – 88,246 miles
  • 2020 – 82,472 miles
  • 2019 – 74,440 miles
  • 2018 – 63,997 miles
  • 2017 – 47,400 miles
  • 2016 – 41,366 miles
  • 2015 – 31,426 miles
  • 2014 – 22,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,814 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on lower suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on lower suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,814 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    103,814 miles
    Test number
    402215216669
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on lower suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on lower suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail103,814 miles (+2,360)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,814 miles
    Test number
    464112965811
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on lower suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on lower suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,454 miles (+3,091)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    101,454 miles
    Test number
    977963267367
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass98,363 miles (+4,067)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    98,363 miles
    Test number
    392034665167
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil sump corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass94,296 miles (+4,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,296 miles
    Test number
    599069235220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass90,240 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    90,240 miles
    Test number
    402130634979
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail90,204 miles (+1,958)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,204 miles
    Test number
    297672531617
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass88,246 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    88,246 miles
    Test number
    568858008497
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail88,246 miles (+5,774)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,246 miles
    Test number
    958205067415
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass82,472 miles (+8,032)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    82,472 miles
    Test number
    720576082984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,440 miles (+10,443)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    74,440 miles
    Test number
    755557588230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,997 miles (+16,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,997 miles
    Test number
    694698845337
    • 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. Pass47,400 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    47,400 miles
    Test number
    896548277110
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner wheel rim slight distortion.

  14. Fail47,400 miles (+6,034)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,400 miles
    Test number
    541870515730
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner wheel rim slight distortion.

  15. Pass41,366 miles (+9,940)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,366 miles
    Test number
    799731860879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,426 miles (+8,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    31,426 miles
    Test number
    755940478160
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre 2 x nails in tread

  17. Pass22,548 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    22,548 miles
    Test number
    179774274259
    • NoteFront wipers split

Questions about LS61 VHH

Does LS61 VHH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 VHH is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 VHH?
The MOT on LS61 VHH is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 VHH done?
LS61 VHH was recorded at 103,814 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 6,916 miles a year.
Has LS61 VHH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 VHH has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 VHH 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 VHH find?
LS61 VHH passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on lower suspension arm; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.

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