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White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LS61 YCJMOT history

LS61 YCJ is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 60,347 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

LS61 YCJ white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
60,347 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,519 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 YCJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 YCJ was last recorded at 60,347 miles on 19 May 2026, 1,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,133 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,214 miles
Average per year
3,519 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,347 miles
  • 2025 – 59,133 miles
  • 2024 – 56,745 miles
  • 2023 – 52,537 miles
  • 2022 – 47,818 miles
  • 2021 – 44,401 miles
  • 2020 – 42,620 miles
  • 2019 – 39,789 miles
  • 2018 – 36,247 miles
  • 2017 – 32,417 miles
  • 2016 – 27,560 miles
  • 2015 – 23,023 miles
  • 2014 – 18,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,347 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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 5 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,347 miles (+1,214)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    60,347 miles
    Test number
    486886176426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,133 miles (+2,388)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    59,133 miles
    Test number
    418158773132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass56,745 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    56,745 miles
    Test number
    477476310148
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail56,743 miles (+4,206)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,743 miles
    Test number
    346152506781
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass52,537 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    52,537 miles
    Test number
    802207340750
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel stiff
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/under trays fitted
  6. Fail52,528 miles (+4,710)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,528 miles
    Test number
    788099493261
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel stiff
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/under trays fitted
  7. Pass47,818 miles (+3,417)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    47,818 miles
    Test number
    507568171682
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass44,401 miles (+1,781)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    44,401 miles
    Test number
    392220031897
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass42,620 miles (+2,831)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    42,620 miles
    Test number
    876553255062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass39,789 miles (+3,542)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    39,789 miles
    Test number
    738023760514
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal Detreiorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass36,247 miles (+3,830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    36,247 miles
    Test number
    667879222229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass32,417 miles (+4,857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    32,417 miles
    Test number
    822820735317
    • AdvisorySlight cracking rear tyre treads
  13. Pass27,560 miles (+4,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    27,560 miles
    Test number
    876277572557
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (7.1.2)
  14. Pass23,023 miles (+4,148)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    23,023 miles
    Test number
    775229652735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass18,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    18,875 miles
    Test number
    149987814241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 YCJ

Does LS61 YCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 YCJ is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 YCJ?
The MOT on LS61 YCJ is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 YCJ done?
LS61 YCJ was recorded at 60,347 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 3,519 miles a year.
Has LS61 YCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 YCJ has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LS61 YCJ 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 YCJ find?
LS61 YCJ passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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