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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 HWBMOT history

LM61 HWB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 99,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

LM61 HWB black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
99,379 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 HWB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 HWB was last recorded at 99,379 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 9,599 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,780 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,599 miles
Average per year
7,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,379 miles
  • 2025 – 89,780 miles
  • 2024 – 82,879 miles
  • 2023 – 71,995 miles
  • 2022 – 62,304 miles
  • 2021 – 52,560 miles
  • 2020 – 46,237 miles
  • 2019 – 40,271 miles
  • 2018 – 32,139 miles
  • 2017 – 27,141 miles
  • 2016 – 22,308 miles
  • 2015 – 19,021 miles
  • 2014 – 14,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,379 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush splitting and perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush splitting and perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Body damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 22 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,379 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    99,379 miles
    Test number
    578593040429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush splitting and perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush splitting and perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail99,379 miles (+9,599)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,379 miles
    Test number
    593654910129
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush splitting and perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush splitting and perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass89,780 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    89,780 miles
    Test number
    634973658658
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail89,780 miles (+6,901)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,780 miles
    Test number
    269206591859
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear caliper sticking slightly
  5. Pass82,879 miles (+10,884)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    82,879 miles
    Test number
    921615936507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,995 miles (+9,691)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    71,995 miles
    Test number
    116243793781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass62,304 miles (+9,744)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    62,304 miles
    Test number
    565333973659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))
  8. Pass52,560 miles (+6,323)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    52,560 miles
    Test number
    755496898225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass46,237 miles (+5,966)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    46,237 miles
    Test number
    285204945076
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  10. Pass40,271 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    40,271 miles
    Test number
    626875286839
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody damage
  11. Fail40,222 miles (+8,083)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,222 miles
    Test number
    818723835805
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody damage
  12. Pass32,139 miles (+4,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    32,139 miles
    Test number
    452066041611
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perished and cracked
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded on inner faces
  13. Pass27,141 miles (+4,833)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    27,141 miles
    Test number
    576669041558
    • Advisory0sf tyre close to limmit
    • AdvisoryBoth front disc corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have age related cracks
    • AdvisoryOsr rim distorted
  14. Pass22,308 miles (+3,287)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    22,308 miles
    Test number
    897295418724
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
  15. Pass19,021 miles (+4,182)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    19,021 miles
    Test number
    169843242036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    14,839 miles
    Test number
    676545394281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 HWB

Does LM61 HWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 HWB is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 HWB?
The MOT on LM61 HWB is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 HWB done?
LM61 HWB was recorded at 99,379 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 7,176 miles a year.
Has LM61 HWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 HWB has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 HWB 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 HWB find?
LM61 HWB passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear console bush splitting and perishing; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear console bush splitting and perishing.

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