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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 DDLMOT history

LM61 DDL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Nov 2011. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2024 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 128,169 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2023.

LM61 DDL black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2024
Mileage
128,169 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2023
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 DDL
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
4 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 DDL was last recorded at 128,169 miles on 1 Nov 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,168 miles · 30 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
13,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,169 miles
  • 2022 – 114,392 miles
  • 2021 – 93,859 miles
  • 2020 – 81,041 miles
  • 2019 – 66,502 miles
  • 2018 – 46,975 miles
  • 2017 – 29,744 miles
  • 2016 – 18,566 miles
  • 2015 – 10,801 miles
  • 2014 – 10,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,169 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 20 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,169 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    128,169 miles
    Test number
    653380781281
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail128,168 miles (+13,776)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,168 miles
    Test number
    894926584339
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass114,392 miles (+20,533)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    114,392 miles
    Test number
    535187447231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,859 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    93,859 miles
    Test number
    586246204041
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail93,859 miles (+12,818)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,859 miles
    Test number
    662889002777
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass81,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,041 miles
    Test number
    791480852763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,041 miles (+14,539)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,041 miles
    Test number
    502536694282
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass66,502 miles (+19,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,502 miles
    Test number
    471799508523
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass46,975 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    46,975 miles
    Test number
    856055111329
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail46,975 miles (+17,231)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,975 miles
    Test number
    996429651551
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass29,744 miles (+11,178)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    29,744 miles
    Test number
    734510467793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass18,566 miles (+7,765)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    18,566 miles
    Test number
    831860001759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass10,801 miles (+564)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    10,801 miles
    Test number
    736324022997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass10,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    10,237 miles
    Test number
    996013494292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 DDL

Does LM61 DDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM61 DDL expired on 4 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM61 DDL?
The MOT on LM61 DDL expired on 4 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM61 DDL done?
LM61 DDL was recorded at 128,169 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2023, an average of 13,057 miles a year.
Has LM61 DDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 DDL has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LM61 DDL 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 LM61 DDL find?
LM61 DDL passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive.

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