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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LM11 BFZMOT history

LM11 BFZ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 72,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

LM11 BFZ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
72,044 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 BFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
13 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 BFZ was last recorded at 72,044 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 10,853 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,191 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,853 miles
Average per year
4,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,044 miles
  • 2025 – 61,191 miles
  • 2024 – 45,926 miles
  • 2023 – 34,222 miles
  • 2022 – 25,291 miles
  • 2021 – 19,106 miles
  • 2020 – 16,047 miles
  • 2019 – 15,512 miles
  • 2018 – 14,518 miles
  • 2017 – 14,255 miles
  • 2016 – 14,171 miles
  • 2015 – 14,026 miles
  • 2014 – 13,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,044 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,044 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    72,044 miles
    Test number
    174998672355
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail72,044 miles (+10,853)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,044 miles
    Test number
    934368965566
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb insecure (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass61,191 miles (+288)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    61,191 miles
    Test number
    825388036229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail60,903 miles (+14,977)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,903 miles
    Test number
    650794212152
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged Sidewalls damaged and tyre has been run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass45,926 miles (+11,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    45,926 miles
    Test number
    329823576104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Leaking oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass34,222 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    34,222 miles
    Test number
    216488153853
    • 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))
  7. Fail34,222 miles (+8,931)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,222 miles
    Test number
    800098991611
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
  8. Pass25,291 miles (+6,185)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    25,291 miles
    Test number
    626145164014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass19,106 miles (+3,059)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    19,106 miles
    Test number
    455705420534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass16,047 miles (+535)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2021
    Odometer
    16,047 miles
    Test number
    232533465764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass15,512 miles (+994)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    15,512 miles
    Test number
    568978119734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass14,518 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    14,518 miles
    Test number
    635396254926
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
  13. Fail14,518 miles (+263)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,518 miles
    Test number
    320399095741
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
  14. Pass14,255 miles (+84)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    14,255 miles
    Test number
    344053922013
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
  15. Pass14,171 miles (+145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    14,171 miles
    Test number
    675539732005
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
  16. Pass14,026 miles (+972)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    14,026 miles
    Test number
    556736225115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass13,054 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    13,054 miles
    Test number
    259345914145
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about LM11 BFZ

Does LM11 BFZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 BFZ is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 BFZ?
The MOT on LM11 BFZ is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 BFZ done?
LM11 BFZ was recorded at 72,044 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 4,858 miles a year.
Has LM11 BFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 BFZ has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LM11 BFZ 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 LM11 BFZ find?
LM11 BFZ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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