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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,896 cc

LM61 EFXMOT history

LM61 EFX is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Nov 2011. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2024 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 123,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2023.

LM61 EFX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2024
Mileage
123,718 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2023
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 EFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 EFX was last recorded at 123,718 miles on 29 Aug 2023, 8,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,817 miles · 2 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
8,901 miles
Average per year
12,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 123,718 miles
  • 2022 – 114,817 miles
  • 2021 – 108,950 miles
  • 2020 – 106,357 miles
  • 2019 – 96,861 miles
  • 2018 – 82,106 miles
  • 2017 – 68,655 miles
  • 2016 – 51,702 miles
  • 2014 – 17,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,718 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 30 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    123,718 miles
    Test number
    920400308767
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail123,718 miles (+8,901)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,718 miles
    Test number
    219155457434
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass114,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    114,817 miles
    Test number
    405744777960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail114,817 miles (+5,867)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,817 miles
    Test number
    293961267627
    • Repaired at testDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
  5. Pass108,950 miles (+2,593)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    108,950 miles
    Test number
    236274711115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass106,357 miles (+305)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    106,357 miles
    Test number
    748623094131
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside front and off side rear
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail106,052 miles (+9,191)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,052 miles
    Test number
    452528610524
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm across tread and slightly cracked/perished (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass96,861 miles (+14,755)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,861 miles
    Test number
    693172645322
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside front and rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass82,106 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,106 miles
    Test number
    111879643192
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail82,106 miles (+13,451)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,106 miles
    Test number
    820769850993
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass68,655 miles (+16,953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    68,655 miles
    Test number
    857344030901
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass51,702 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    51,702 miles
    Test number
    779342659237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Fail51,702 miles (+16,872)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,702 miles
    Test number
    979531359191
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass34,830 miles (+17,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    34,830 miles
    Test number
    469621741547
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Fail17,722 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,722 miles
    Test number
    447034064471
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  16. Pass17,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    17,722 miles
    Test number
    936014464319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 EFX

Does LM61 EFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM61 EFX expired on 1 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM61 EFX?
The MOT on LM61 EFX expired on 1 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM61 EFX done?
LM61 EFX was recorded at 123,718 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2023, an average of 12,236 miles a year.
Has LM61 EFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 EFX has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LM61 EFX 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 EFX find?
LM61 EFX passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2023 with 1 advisory: front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both shock absorbers.

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