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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LB61 BMZMOT history

LB61 BMZ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jan 2012. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 185,766 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
185,766 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 BMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 BMZ was last recorded at 185,766 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,764 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 185,766 miles
  • 2024 – 181,259 miles
  • 2021 – 169,284 miles
  • 2020 – 156,943 miles
  • 2019 – 144,627 miles
  • 2018 – 142,115 miles
  • 2017 – 139,266 miles
  • 2016 – 134,672 miles
  • 2015 – 122,850 miles
  • 2014 – 96,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,766 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass185,766 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    185,766 miles
    Test number
    532895276834
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  2. Fail185,764 miles (+6)1 dangerous16 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,764 miles
    Test number
    455033646046
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo pipe (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  3. Fail185,758 miles (+4,499)1 dangerous20 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,758 miles
    Test number
    364670493888
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine oil level 3inches over max (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear - offside quite bad (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass181,259 miles (+11,975)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    181,259 miles
    Test number
    737694289630
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  5. Pass169,284 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    169,284 miles
    Test number
    462369800501
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight Edge Wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Fail169,283 miles (+12,340)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,283 miles
    Test number
    666717631263
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight Edge Wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass156,943 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    156,943 miles
    Test number
    803138968161
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail156,941 miles (+12,314)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,941 miles
    Test number
    257830753866
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. o/s/f incorrect (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass144,627 miles (+2,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    144,627 miles
    Test number
    624205200698
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  10. Pass142,115 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    142,115 miles
    Test number
    841316258259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail142,112 miles (+2,846)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,112 miles
    Test number
    927068893086
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass139,266 miles (+4,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    139,266 miles
    Test number
    752516609458
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass134,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    134,672 miles
    Test number
    950956564029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail134,672 miles (+11,822)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,672 miles
    Test number
    949740044254
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass122,850 miles (+26,003)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    122,850 miles
    Test number
    372430569120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    96,847 miles
    Test number
    648135334311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 BMZ

Does LB61 BMZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB61 BMZ expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB61 BMZ?
The MOT on LB61 BMZ expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB61 BMZ done?
LB61 BMZ was recorded at 185,766 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 8,235 miles a year.
Has LB61 BMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 BMZ has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 BMZ 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 LB61 BMZ find?
LB61 BMZ passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: brake pad warning light on.

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