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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LU61 MOOMOT history

LU61 MOO is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 120,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

LU61 MOO grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
120,826 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU61 MOO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
25 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU61 MOO was last recorded at 120,826 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,814 miles · 2 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
7,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,826 miles
  • 2025 – 110,860 miles
  • 2024 – 99,887 miles
  • 2023 – 87,739 miles
  • 2022 – 77,569 miles
  • 2021 – 68,599 miles
  • 2020 – 62,620 miles
  • 2019 – 55,456 miles
  • 2017 – 47,763 miles
  • 2016 – 41,962 miles
  • 2015 – 35,070 miles
  • 2014 – 27,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,826 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.

  • Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Offside and nearside front

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush starting to separate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,826 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    120,826 miles
    Test number
    814575990587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail120,814 miles (+9,954)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,814 miles
    Test number
    300432599775
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around - rear brake pipes,rear flexi brake hose ferules
  3. Pass110,860 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    110,860 miles
    Test number
    796883841891
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded
  4. Fail110,857 miles (+13)3 dangerous5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,857 miles
    Test number
    992284708238
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected axel corroded at lower shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected axel corroded at lower shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded
  5. Fail110,844 miles (+10,957)1 dangerous9 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,844 miles
    Test number
    116607698831
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mounting beam axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength beam axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mounting beam axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength beam axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
  6. Pass99,887 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    99,887 miles
    Test number
    212432998631
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  7. Fail99,885 miles (+12,146)1 dangerous8 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,885 miles
    Test number
    274272338231
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass87,739 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    87,739 miles
    Test number
    435544714951
    • AdvisoryHand brake very near the end of travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Binding slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Fail87,735 miles (+10,166)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,735 miles
    Test number
    145914115139
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHand brake very near the end of travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Binding slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass77,569 miles (+2,841)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,569 miles
    Test number
    397185758926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,728 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    74,728 miles
    Test number
    313300251141
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Offside and nearside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Fail74,727 miles (+6,128)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,727 miles
    Test number
    908625454144
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185 60 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Offside and nearside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass68,599 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,599 miles
    Test number
    124145073559
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front discs deteriorated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Offside and nearside front (1.2.1 (e))
  14. Fail68,594 miles (+5,974)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,594 miles
    Test number
    427640908903
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front discs deteriorated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Offside and nearside front (1.2.1 (e))
  15. Pass62,620 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,620 miles
    Test number
    192138716688
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and Nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Offside and Nearside front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and Nearside front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  16. Fail62,620 miles (+7,164)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,620 miles
    Test number
    366805910873
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front exhaust flexi snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust input pipe split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and Nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Offside and Nearside front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and Nearside front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  17. Pass55,456 miles (+7,693)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,456 miles
    Test number
    880773508864
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight scratches on screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively offside and nearside rears (1.2.1 (f))
  18. Pass47,763 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    47,763 miles
    Test number
    206458414275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Fail47,759 miles (+5,797)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,759 miles
    Test number
    543717167610
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass41,962 miles (+6,892)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    41,962 miles
    Test number
    964503992083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,070 miles (+7,443)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    35,070 miles
    Test number
    770522952007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    27,627 miles
    Test number
    449513824459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU61 MOO

Does LU61 MOO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU61 MOO is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU61 MOO?
The MOT on LU61 MOO is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU61 MOO done?
LU61 MOO was recorded at 120,826 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 7,898 miles a year.
Has LU61 MOO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU61 MOO has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LU61 MOO 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 LU61 MOO find?
LU61 MOO passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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