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Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,956 cc

LS61 VPWMOT history

LS61 VPW is a silver diesel Vauxhall Insignia first used on 5 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 170,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

LS61 VPW silver Vauxhall Insignia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
170,014 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 VPW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Insignia
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,956 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 VPW was last recorded at 170,014 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 4,614 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,400 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4,614 miles
Average per year
13,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,014 miles
  • 2025 – 165,400 miles
  • 2024 – 163,453 miles
  • 2023 – 157,366 miles
  • 2022 – 154,923 miles
  • 2021 – 149,676 miles
  • 2020 – 137,376 miles
  • 2019 – 112,839 miles
  • 2018 – 92,389 miles
  • 2017 – 80,714 miles
  • 2016 – 57,591 miles
  • 2015 – 32,127 miles
  • 2014 – 10,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,014 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 14 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,014 miles (+4,614)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    170,014 miles
    Test number
    277338502409
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass165,400 miles (+1,947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    165,400 miles
    Test number
    480088515179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass163,453 miles (+6,087)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    163,453 miles
    Test number
    602787129259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass157,366 miles (+2,443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    157,366 miles
    Test number
    559826984206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  5. Pass154,923 miles (+5,247)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    154,923 miles
    Test number
    618558218945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass149,676 miles (+12,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    149,676 miles
    Test number
    367959268528
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass137,376 miles (+1,534)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    137,376 miles
    Test number
    512887099272
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective condensation in both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail135,842 miles (+23,003)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,842 miles
    Test number
    935802148666
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both aims (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront headlight lenses has condensation
    • AdvisoryFront shockers damp
  9. Pass112,839 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    112,839 miles
    Test number
    929357633902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail112,838 miles (+20,449)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,838 miles
    Test number
    895494922125
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass92,389 miles (+11,675)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,389 miles
    Test number
    954837908009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,714 miles (+23,123)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    80,714 miles
    Test number
    723059328263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass57,591 miles (+25,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    57,591 miles
    Test number
    594237927459
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  14. Pass32,127 miles (+21,439)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    32,127 miles
    Test number
    547410158261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass10,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    10,688 miles
    Test number
    708617084227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 VPW

Does LS61 VPW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 VPW is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 VPW?
The MOT on LS61 VPW is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 VPW done?
LS61 VPW was recorded at 170,014 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 13,356 miles a year.
Has LS61 VPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 VPW has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LS61 VPW 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 VPW find?
LS61 VPW passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: central rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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