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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LB61 CXMMOT history

LB61 CXM is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 138,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
138,167 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 CXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 CXM was last recorded at 138,167 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 3,357 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,810 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,357 miles
Average per year
8,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,167 miles
  • 2025 – 134,810 miles
  • 2024 – 128,648 miles
  • 2023 – 120,231 miles
  • 2022 – 114,307 miles
  • 2021 – 105,174 miles
  • 2020 – 97,183 miles
  • 2019 – 84,352 miles
  • 2018 – 73,522 miles
  • 2017 – 60,717 miles
  • 2016 – 49,194 miles
  • 2015 – 38,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,167 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front suspension arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody at rear corroding

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,167 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    138,167 miles
    Test number
    502275799721
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front suspension arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody at rear corroding

  2. Fail138,167 miles (+3,357)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,167 miles
    Test number
    570423802791
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front suspension arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody at rear corroding

  3. Pass134,810 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    134,810 miles
    Test number
    888113743148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail134,806 miles (+33)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,806 miles
    Test number
    416275631715
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail134,773 miles (+6,125)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,773 miles
    Test number
    429175177762
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened also over heated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray insecure
    • AdvisoryVehicle under trays fitted, obscuring some under side components

  6. Pass128,648 miles (+8,417)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    128,648 miles
    Test number
    548126356806
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass120,231 miles (+5,924)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    120,231 miles
    Test number
    760960743488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass114,307 miles (+9,133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    114,307 miles
    Test number
    866734155252
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged Both front tyres overheated, and loosing chunks of rubber. No cords exposed at time of test. **Advise replace ASAP** **Winter tyres fitted all round in summer** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass105,174 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    105,174 miles
    Test number
    705357871999
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise replacing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edge slightly

  10. Fail105,170 miles (+7,987)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,170 miles
    Test number
    189837905978
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise replacing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edge slightly

  11. Pass97,183 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    97,183 miles
    Test number
    214676480860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail97,178 miles (+12,826)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,178 miles
    Test number
    760609570435
    • MajorFuel tank leaking fuel tank area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pad incorrectly fitted(anti-rattle spring)
    • AdvisoryUndertray loose

  13. Pass84,352 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    84,352 miles
    Test number
    827394308583
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail84,351 miles (+10,829)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,351 miles
    Test number
    120252742946
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass73,522 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    73,522 miles
    Test number
    251174579137
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Fail73,522 miles (+12,805)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,522 miles
    Test number
    297994636951
    • FailureFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Pass60,717 miles (+11,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    60,717 miles
    Test number
    302202457935
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass49,194 miles (+10,921)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    49,194 miles
    Test number
    976361662572
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass38,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,273 miles
    Test number
    599063365190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LB61 CXM

Does LB61 CXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 CXM is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 CXM?
The MOT on LB61 CXM is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 CXM done?
LB61 CXM was recorded at 138,167 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 8,976 miles a year.
Has LB61 CXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 CXM has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB61 CXM 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 CXM find?
LB61 CXM passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, and 5 more.

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