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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LL61 HMZMOT history

LL61 HMZ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 121,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

LL61 HMZ grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
121,953 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 HMZ
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
12 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 HMZ was last recorded at 121,953 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 6,688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,265 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,688 miles
Average per year
8,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,953 miles
  • 2025 – 115,265 miles
  • 2024 – 107,445 miles
  • 2023 – 99,228 miles
  • 2022 – 94,075 miles
  • 2021 – 89,006 miles
  • 2020 – 84,639 miles
  • 2019 – 82,078 miles
  • 2018 – 73,426 miles
  • 2017 – 59,318 miles
  • 2016 – 42,613 miles
  • 2015 – 28,270 miles
  • 2014 – 23,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,953 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear bumper slightly damaged by the exhaust

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 30 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,953 miles (+6,688)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    121,953 miles
    Test number
    454650204860
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper slightly damaged by the exhaust

  2. Pass115,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    115,265 miles
    Test number
    507962415555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail115,265 miles (+7,820)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,265 miles
    Test number
    540587574434
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass107,445 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    107,445 miles
    Test number
    549893891615
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear shocker covers not secure

  5. Fail107,445 miles (+8,217)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,445 miles
    Test number
    701798323341
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear shocker covers not secure

  6. Pass99,228 miles (+5,153)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    99,228 miles
    Test number
    753371057750
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass94,075 miles (+5,069)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    94,075 miles
    Test number
    391289941080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,006 miles (+4,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,006 miles
    Test number
    763690842508
    • 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))

  9. Pass84,639 miles (+2,561)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    84,639 miles
    Test number
    118886195777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,078 miles (+8,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,078 miles
    Test number
    215524481981
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass73,426 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    73,426 miles
    Test number
    258858179735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail73,425 miles (+14,107)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,425 miles
    Test number
    852471299858
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass59,318 miles (+16,705)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    59,318 miles
    Test number
    952831490348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,613 miles (+14,343)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,613 miles
    Test number
    745834511590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,270 miles (+5,090)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    28,270 miles
    Test number
    596494725214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    23,180 miles
    Test number
    816963904310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL61 HMZ

Does LL61 HMZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 HMZ is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL61 HMZ?
The MOT on LL61 HMZ is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL61 HMZ done?
LL61 HMZ was recorded at 121,953 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 8,427 miles a year.
Has LL61 HMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 HMZ has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LL61 HMZ 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 LL61 HMZ find?
LL61 HMZ passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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