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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LM11 WMWMOT history

LM11 WMW is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 118,070 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

LM11 WMW grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
118,070 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 WMW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 WMW was last recorded at 118,070 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 3,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,466 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,604 miles
Average per year
8,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,070 miles
  • 2025 – 114,466 miles
  • 2024 – 112,043 miles
  • 2023 – 110,263 miles
  • 2022 – 98,405 miles
  • 2021 – 88,645 miles
  • 2019 – 62,534 miles
  • 2018 – 55,578 miles
  • 2017 – 44,357 miles
  • 2016 – 34,791 miles
  • 2015 – 20,725 miles
  • 2014 – 15,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,070 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and bald on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and bald on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,070 miles (+3,604)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    118,070 miles
    Test number
    347471759117
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass114,466 miles (+85)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    114,466 miles
    Test number
    606036097056
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail114,381 miles (+2,338)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,381 miles
    Test number
    643806884117
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass112,043 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    112,043 miles
    Test number
    908894412704
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail112,039 miles (+1,776)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,039 miles
    Test number
    714558416827
    • MajorElectronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass110,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    110,263 miles
    Test number
    944724351339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail110,261 miles (+11,856)3 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,261 miles
    Test number
    190277166881
    • DangerousCentral Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) inner track rod worn to excess (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  8. Pass98,405 miles (+9,760)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    98,405 miles
    Test number
    895922825835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass88,645 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,645 miles
    Test number
    771114179048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail88,643 miles (+26,109)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,643 miles
    Test number
    510967408679
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass62,534 miles (+6,956)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,534 miles
    Test number
    286865276613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,578 miles (+11,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    55,578 miles
    Test number
    354872879685
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  13. Pass44,357 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    44,357 miles
    Test number
    212226207482
    • 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)

  14. Fail44,356 miles (+19)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,356 miles
    Test number
    825608740413
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  15. Fail44,337 miles (+9,546)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,337 miles
    Test number
    918254845745
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Pass34,791 miles (+41)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    34,791 miles
    Test number
    868862454591
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear service brake only just met the requirements may need adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Fail34,750 miles (+14,025)6 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,750 miles
    Test number
    457021133327
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear service brake only just met the requirements may need adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass20,725 miles (+4,975)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    20,725 miles
    Test number
    298914005428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    15,750 miles
    Test number
    828705304164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM11 WMW

Does LM11 WMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 WMW is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 WMW?
The MOT on LM11 WMW is valid until 29 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 WMW done?
LM11 WMW was recorded at 118,070 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 8,523 miles a year.
Has LM11 WMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 WMW has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LM11 WMW 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 WMW find?
LM11 WMW passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached, and 1 more.

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