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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,199 cc

LM11 GDJMOT history

LM11 GDJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 95,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

LM11 GDJ blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
95,112 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 GDJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
7 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 GDJ was last recorded at 95,112 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 4,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
90,153 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,959 miles
Average per year
5,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,112 miles
  • 2023 – 85,611 miles
  • 2022 – 72,911 miles
  • 2021 – 71,739 miles
  • 2020 – 68,662 miles
  • 2019 – 64,462 miles
  • 2018 – 60,297 miles
  • 2017 – 44,057 miles
  • 2015 – 38,580 miles
  • 2014 – 34,568 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,112 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 23 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,112 miles (+4,959)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    95,112 miles
    Test number
    477076465626
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass90,153 miles (+4,542)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    90,153 miles
    Test number
    772111408906
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass85,611 miles (+5,729)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    85,611 miles
    Test number
    149023969043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,882 miles (+6,971)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    79,882 miles
    Test number
    590287160886
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear ( Exhaust Silencer Corroded )

  5. Pass72,911 miles (+1,172)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    72,911 miles
    Test number
    610635215670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,739 miles (+3,077)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2022
    Odometer
    71,739 miles
    Test number
    393667752723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,662 miles (+4,200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2021
    Odometer
    68,662 miles
    Test number
    124465398406
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass64,462 miles (+4,165)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2020
    Odometer
    64,462 miles
    Test number
    857052395387
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass60,297 miles (+16,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    60,297 miles
    Test number
    776817461294
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass44,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    44,057 miles
    Test number
    560316077539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,057 miles (+5,477)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,057 miles
    Test number
    240508389997
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass38,580 miles (+4,012)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,580 miles
    Test number
    439732885179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    34,568 miles
    Test number
    957933844109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail34,568 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,568 miles
    Test number
    395503344189
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Questions about LM11 GDJ

Does LM11 GDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 GDJ is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 GDJ?
The MOT on LM11 GDJ is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 GDJ done?
LM11 GDJ was recorded at 95,112 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 5,240 miles a year.
Has LM11 GDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 GDJ has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2017.
Has the mileage on LM11 GDJ 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 GDJ find?
LM11 GDJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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