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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LM11 BGYMOT history

LM11 BGY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

LM11 BGY silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
129,870 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,077 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 BGY
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
12 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 BGY was last recorded at 129,870 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 4,340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,530 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,340 miles
Average per year
8,077 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,870 miles
  • 2025 – 125,530 miles
  • 2024 – 120,270 miles
  • 2023 – 115,566 miles
  • 2022 – 111,185 miles
  • 2021 – 106,102 miles
  • 2020 – 100,250 miles
  • 2019 – 93,516 miles
  • 2018 – 85,698 miles
  • 2017 – 68,107 miles
  • 2016 – 52,915 miles
  • 2015 – 41,605 miles
  • 2014 – 29,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,870 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area rusted & slightly damaged (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides marked in yellow

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering system slightly rough

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil strut

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,870 miles (+4,340)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    129,870 miles
    Test number
    966721451658
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area rusted & slightly damaged (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass125,530 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    125,530 miles
    Test number
    926201072269
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides marked in yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  3. Fail125,522 miles (+5,252)2 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,522 miles
    Test number
    508277715213
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn bald on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Lower Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides marked in yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryHeadlight switch comes apart

  4. Pass120,270 miles (+4,704)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    120,270 miles
    Test number
    880927598848
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass115,566 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    115,566 miles
    Test number
    984714293296
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides marked in yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail115,561 miles (+4,376)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,561 miles
    Test number
    392006905134
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides marked in yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  7. Pass111,185 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    111,185 miles
    Test number
    522975213857
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil strut (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Fail111,157 miles (+5,055)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,157 miles
    Test number
    684298482492
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil strut (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Pass106,102 miles (+5,852)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    106,102 miles
    Test number
    465882185113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass100,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,250 miles
    Test number
    719325810514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail100,250 miles (+6,734)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,250 miles
    Test number
    858539374536
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass93,516 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,516 miles
    Test number
    925556757898
    • AdvisoryFront spot lights inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Fail93,514 miles (+7,816)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,514 miles
    Test number
    182435877948
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended jammed (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible non genuine hid fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible non genuine hid fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront spot lights inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass85,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,698 miles
    Test number
    902432793447
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Fail85,698 miles (+2,455)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,698 miles
    Test number
    725974342890
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Pass83,243 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,243 miles
    Test number
    922157539340
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail83,243 miles (+15,136)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,243 miles
    Test number
    464445003837
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass68,107 miles (+15,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,107 miles
    Test number
    719046313042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass52,915 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    52,915 miles
    Test number
    107602360755
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail52,915 miles (+11,310)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,915 miles
    Test number
    895427422863
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass41,605 miles (+11,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,605 miles
    Test number
    776924695090
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass29,826 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    29,826 miles
    Test number
    747354014186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,808 miles (+219)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,808 miles
    Test number
    285913014407
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Fail29,589 miles1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,589 miles
    Test number
    159308494038
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM11 BGY

Does LM11 BGY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 BGY is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 BGY?
The MOT on LM11 BGY is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 BGY done?
LM11 BGY was recorded at 129,870 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 8,077 miles a year.
Has LM11 BGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 BGY has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LM11 BGY 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 BGY find?
LM11 BGY passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front upper windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front lower integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area rusted & slightly damaged; rear coil spring corroded both sides.

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