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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LM61 HWWMOT history

LM61 HWW is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 67,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

LM61 HWW black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
67,388 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,737 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 HWW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 HWW was last recorded at 67,388 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,381 miles · 27 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,737 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,388 miles
  • 2025 – 62,641 miles
  • 2024 – 55,983 miles
  • 2023 – 49,759 miles
  • 2022 – 38,473 miles
  • 2021 – 32,985 miles
  • 2020 – 32,581 miles
  • 2019 – 32,187 miles
  • 2018 – 31,563 miles
  • 2017 – 30,440 miles
  • 2016 – 29,641 miles
  • 2015 – 28,950 miles
  • 2014 – 22,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,388 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,388 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    67,388 miles
    Test number
    905385383602
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail67,381 miles (+4,740)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,381 miles
    Test number
    817560407613
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle outer door handle missing (6.2.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass62,641 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    62,641 miles
    Test number
    274959916086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail62,482 miles (+6,499)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,482 miles
    Test number
    222501079374
    • DangerousNearside Front Body panel likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front possible further suspension damage from accident damage

  5. Pass55,983 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    55,983 miles
    Test number
    930826681441
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail55,955 miles (+6,196)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,955 miles
    Test number
    526251738023
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working Side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass49,759 miles (+11,286)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    49,759 miles
    Test number
    733019137644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass38,473 miles (+5,488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    38,473 miles
    Test number
    250057278587
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass32,985 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    32,985 miles
    Test number
    253537522990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail32,984 miles (+118)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,984 miles
    Test number
    382630358747
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass32,866 miles (+285)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    32,866 miles
    Test number
    639944954089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,581 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    32,581 miles
    Test number
    746477836875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail32,576 miles (+389)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,576 miles
    Test number
    991584224073
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  14. Pass32,187 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    32,187 miles
    Test number
    605877949517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,563 miles (+1,123)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    31,563 miles
    Test number
    894391243384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,440 miles (+799)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    30,440 miles
    Test number
    834873248874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,641 miles (+691)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    29,641 miles
    Test number
    239105857543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,950 miles (+6,012)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    28,950 miles
    Test number
    643225685599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,938 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    22,938 miles
    Test number
    986134954254
    • NoteFront wipers smearing

Questions about LM61 HWW

Does LM61 HWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 HWW is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 HWW?
The MOT on LM61 HWW is valid until 3 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 HWW done?
LM61 HWW was recorded at 67,388 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 3,737 miles a year.
Has LM61 HWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 HWW has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 HWW 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 HWW find?
LM61 HWW passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge.

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