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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,199 cc

LM11 OUBMOT history

LM11 OUB is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Apr 2011. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2025 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 154,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2024.

LM11 OUB silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2025
Mileage
154,400 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2024
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 OUB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 OUB was last recorded at 154,400 miles on 6 Jan 2024, 4,766 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,634 miles · 13 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
4,766 miles
Average per year
11,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 154,400 miles
  • 2023 – 149,634 miles
  • 2022 – 149,118 miles
  • 2021 – 145,435 miles
  • 2020 – 138,144 miles
  • 2018 – 120,774 miles
  • 2017 – 115,656 miles
  • 2016 – 93,533 miles
  • 2015 – 67,865 miles
  • 2014 – 49,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,400 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,400 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    154,400 miles
    Test number
    612578673713
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail154,400 miles (+4,766)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,400 miles
    Test number
    616139863858
    • Repaired at testFront Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass149,634 miles (+516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    149,634 miles
    Test number
    387110056492
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass149,118 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    149,118 miles
    Test number
    582677181489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail149,118 miles (+3,683)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,118 miles
    Test number
    508732291177
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass145,435 miles (+7,291)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2022
    Odometer
    145,435 miles
    Test number
    781724806478
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass138,144 miles (+17,370)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    138,144 miles
    Test number
    241157083036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass120,774 miles (+5,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,774 miles
    Test number
    932416334711
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust has a minor leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requires adjustment

  9. Pass115,656 miles (+22,123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,656 miles
    Test number
    330969419622
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass93,533 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    93,533 miles
    Test number
    102358286975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear unable to inspect o/s rear and centre seat-belt items obstructing and seat down

  11. Fail93,533 miles (+25,668)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,533 miles
    Test number
    448944110519
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' air freshners (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear unable to inspect o/s rear and centre seat-belt items obstructing and seat down

  12. Pass67,865 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,865 miles
    Test number
    355891075140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail67,865 miles (+18,030)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,865 miles
    Test number
    657221075153
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail49,835 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,835 miles
    Test number
    246327374170
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass49,835 miles (+4,778)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,835 miles
    Test number
    286767774439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,057 miles
    Test number
    638028734092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,057 miles2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,057 miles
    Test number
    886925834067
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LM11 OUB

Does LM11 OUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM11 OUB expired on 12 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM11 OUB?
The MOT on LM11 OUB expired on 12 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM11 OUB done?
LM11 OUB was recorded at 154,400 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2024, an average of 11,023 miles a year.
Has LM11 OUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 OUB has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LM11 OUB 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 OUB find?
LM11 OUB passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; exhaust mounting defective, and 3 more.

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