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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,199 cc

LM11 GZHMOT history

LM11 GZH is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 97,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

LM11 GZH blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
97,193 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 GZH
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
13 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 GZH was last recorded at 97,193 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 6,957 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,236 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,957 miles
Average per year
4,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,193 miles
  • 2025 – 90,236 miles
  • 2024 – 84,453 miles
  • 2023 – 80,996 miles
  • 2021 – 74,127 miles
  • 2020 – 65,538 miles
  • 2018 – 63,542 miles
  • 2017 – 60,200 miles
  • 2016 – 53,441 miles
  • 2015 – 42,563 miles
  • 2014 – 37,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,193 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,193 miles (+6,957)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    97,193 miles
    Test number
    300120777571
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass90,236 miles (+5,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    90,236 miles
    Test number
    245941428142
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,453 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    84,453 miles
    Test number
    274386520584
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail84,421 miles (+3,425)1 dangerous3 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,421 miles
    Test number
    732268634533
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass80,996 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    80,996 miles
    Test number
    816565814181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail80,993 miles (+6,866)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,993 miles
    Test number
    334799582800
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass74,127 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    74,127 miles
    Test number
    488754282992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail74,124 miles (+8,586)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,124 miles
    Test number
    696511463188
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass65,538 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,538 miles
    Test number
    562761606238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRevs limited @3k during emissions

  10. Fail65,538 miles (+1,996)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,538 miles
    Test number
    390307682231
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRevs limited @3k during emissions

  11. Pass63,542 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    63,542 miles
    Test number
    624476772155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished & balding at inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished & balding at inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail63,541 miles (+3,341)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,541 miles
    Test number
    238818352987
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished & balding at inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished & balding at inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass60,200 miles (+6,759)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,200 miles
    Test number
    915324708964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,441 miles
    Test number
    542737783509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,435 miles (+10,872)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,435 miles
    Test number
    394616517109
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass42,563 miles (+5,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,563 miles
    Test number
    825419375017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass37,417 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,417 miles
    Test number
    676976974007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWipers split but still clearing

Questions about LM11 GZH

Does LM11 GZH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 GZH is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 GZH?
The MOT on LM11 GZH is valid until 3 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 GZH done?
LM11 GZH was recorded at 97,193 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 4,860 miles a year.
Has LM11 GZH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 GZH has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LM11 GZH 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 GZH find?
LM11 GZH passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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