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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 KXXMOT history

LM61 KXX is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 70,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

LM61 KXX grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
70,425 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 KXX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 KXX was last recorded at 70,425 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 6,051 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,374 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,051 miles
Average per year
4,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,425 miles
  • 2025 – 64,374 miles
  • 2024 – 56,728 miles
  • 2023 – 49,850 miles
  • 2022 – 42,201 miles
  • 2021 – 34,868 miles
  • 2020 – 30,753 miles
  • 2019 – 26,138 miles
  • 2018 – 22,541 miles
  • 2017 – 19,426 miles
  • 2016 – 17,263 miles
  • 2015 – 15,649 miles
  • 2014 – 13,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,425 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass70,425 miles (+6,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    70,425 miles
    Test number
    638355611466
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass64,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    64,374 miles
    Test number
    152762812163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail64,373 miles (+7,645)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,373 miles
    Test number
    785050645394
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner / outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass56,728 miles (+6,878)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    56,728 miles
    Test number
    467584947604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass49,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    49,850 miles
    Test number
    215443155983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail49,850 miles (+7,649)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,850 miles
    Test number
    205417298505
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass42,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    42,201 miles
    Test number
    348373222594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail42,201 miles (+7,333)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,201 miles
    Test number
    970171622052
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm devoid of tread on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass34,868 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    34,868 miles
    Test number
    506875501207
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Fail34,860 miles (+4,107)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,860 miles
    Test number
    202560091522
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass30,753 miles (+4,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    30,753 miles
    Test number
    567121295101
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass26,138 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    26,138 miles
    Test number
    155987816039
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail26,138 miles (+3,597)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,138 miles
    Test number
    965456358980
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass22,541 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    22,541 miles
    Test number
    661928117465
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre 3mm 185/60/15

  15. Fail22,541 miles (+3,115)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,541 miles
    Test number
    529771240548
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre 3mm 185/60/15

  16. Pass19,426 miles (+2,163)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    19,426 miles
    Test number
    612890609092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,263 miles (+1,614)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    17,263 miles
    Test number
    973441926146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,649 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    15,649 miles
    Test number
    527867205118
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail15,649 miles (+2,196)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,649 miles
    Test number
    259497305404
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass13,453 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    13,453 miles
    Test number
    665914554261
    • NoteFuel cap cover damaged

Questions about LM61 KXX

Does LM61 KXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 KXX is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 KXX?
The MOT on LM61 KXX is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 KXX done?
LM61 KXX was recorded at 70,425 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 4,939 miles a year.
Has LM61 KXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 KXX has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 KXX 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 KXX find?
LM61 KXX passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front.

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