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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM11 HYAMOT history

LM11 HYA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 132,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

LM11 HYA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
132,261 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,758 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 HYA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 HYA was last recorded at 132,261 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 4,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
127,881 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,380 miles
Average per year
7,758 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,261 miles
  • 2025 – 127,881 miles
  • 2024 – 123,092 miles
  • 2023 – 116,829 miles
  • 2022 – 110,857 miles
  • 2021 – 102,170 miles
  • 2020 – 96,616 miles
  • 2019 – 89,845 miles
  • 2018 – 84,876 miles
  • 2017 – 79,276 miles
  • 2016 – 65,728 miles
  • 2015 – 52,932 miles
  • 2014 – 39,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,261 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,261 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    132,261 miles
    Test number
    515176865039
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  2. Fail132,261 miles (+4,380)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,261 miles
    Test number
    475594710527
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  3. Pass127,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    127,881 miles
    Test number
    629039473823
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail127,881 miles (+4,789)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,881 miles
    Test number
    919654968054
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass123,092 miles (+6,263)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    123,092 miles
    Test number
    595228005648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,829 miles (+5,972)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    116,829 miles
    Test number
    144514195930
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass110,857 miles (+8,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    110,857 miles
    Test number
    299898302736
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass102,170 miles (+5,554)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    102,170 miles
    Test number
    586943258415
    • MinorOffside 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 lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass96,616 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    96,616 miles
    Test number
    394337616541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Fail96,616 miles (+6,771)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,616 miles
    Test number
    751027037370
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass89,845 miles (+4,969)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    89,845 miles
    Test number
    517791114385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre, slight uneven wear inner edge
  12. Pass84,876 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    84,876 miles
    Test number
    685010744427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    79,276 miles
    Test number
    943073321295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail79,276 miles (+13,548)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,276 miles
    Test number
    938725395162
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  15. Pass65,728 miles (+12,796)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    65,728 miles
    Test number
    834355369581
    • AdvisoryN.S.F. tyre is lower on tread than all the rest but still good
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  16. Pass52,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    52,932 miles
    Test number
    276785105412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,932 miles (+13,762)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,932 miles
    Test number
    868925905101
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass39,170 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,170 miles
    Test number
    776726104163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM11 HYA

Does LM11 HYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 HYA is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 HYA?
The MOT on LM11 HYA is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 HYA done?
LM11 HYA was recorded at 132,261 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 7,758 miles a year.
Has LM11 HYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 HYA has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM11 HYA 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 HYA find?
LM11 HYA passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust rear silencer deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 5 more.

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