BV61 XCL

2011 VOLKSWAGEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VOLKSWAGEN
Year
2011
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1968 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
16 June 2026 (2 days away)
Last recorded mileage
76,287 mi

AI verdict AVOID 28/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2011 Volkswagen has 14 MOT tests on record with a 71% pass rate and 76,287 miles. The vehicle's past and current condition present unacceptable risks for a buyer.

The mileage trajectory shows a suspiciously low 71 miles/year equivalent before May 2024, followed by a significant spike to 17,023 miles in the last year, indicating a major discrepancy.

Things to check

  • DANGEROUS tyre failure on 2018-08-20 (150,211 mi) and again on 2024-05-24 (169,026 mi).
  • DANGEROUS brake failure on 2025-06-16 (186,051 mi).
  • Recurring suspension advisories (16 items) from 2016-08-23 and 2024-05-24.
  • Recurring windscreen advisories (2 items) from 2016-08-23 and 2024-05-24.

Working in its favour

  • No failures or advisories for the 2015-08-26 and 2019-08-26 MOT tests.
  • The vehicle has a valid MOT until 2026-06-16, indicating current roadworthiness.
  • No evidence of outstanding finance (HPI check needed).
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) suggests good inherent safety features.

Mileage history

Aug 2014: 76,287 mi PASSAug 2015: 102,829 mi PASSAug 2016: 117,822 mi FAILAug 2016: 117,823 mi PASSAug 2017: 137,540 mi PASSAug 2018: 150,211 mi FAILAug 2018: 150,211 mi PASSAug 2019: 157,260 mi PASSAug 2020: 160,992 mi PASSMar 2022: 168,866 mi PASSMay 2024: 169,026 mi FAILJun 2024: 169,028 mi PASSJun 2025: 186,051 mi FAILJun 2025: 186,051 mi PASS186k131k76kAug 2014Jun 2025

MOT test history — 10/14 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Aug 2014 PASS 76,287 mi None recorded
Aug 2015 PASS 102,829 mi None recorded
Aug 2016 FAIL 117,822 mi
FAIL Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
FAIL Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
FAIL Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn in centre (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn in centre (4.1.E.1)
Aug 2016 PASS 117,823 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn in centre (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn in centre (4.1.E.1)
Aug 2017 PASS 137,540 mi None recorded
Aug 2018 FAIL 150,211 mi
ADVISORY Dip stick housing insecure
MAJOR Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))
MAJOR Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre damaged on the outer sidewall
MINOR Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Also has a screw protruding from the tread (5.2.3 (h) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Aug 2018 PASS 150,211 mi
ADVISORY Dip stick housing insecure
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre damaged on the outer sidewall
MINOR Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Also has a screw protruding from the tread (5.2.3 (h) (i))
Aug 2019 PASS 157,260 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Aug 2020 PASS 160,992 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Mar 2022 PASS 168,866 mi None recorded
May 2024 FAIL 169,026 mi
MINOR Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
MAJOR Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
ADVISORY TPMS MIL on
MAJOR Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Nail in tyre
DANGEROUS Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
DANGEROUS Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
MAJOR Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Jun 2024 PASS 169,028 mi
MINOR Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY TPMS MIL on
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Nail in tyre
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Jun 2025 FAIL 186,051 mi
DANGEROUS Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on border line (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY wind screen has crack but not effecting driver view
Jun 2025 PASS 186,051 mi
ADVISORY wind screen has crack but not effecting driver view
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BV61 XCL, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.