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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 LTJMOT history

LM61 LTJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 53,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

LM61 LTJ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
53,023 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 LTJ
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
21 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 LTJ was last recorded at 53,023 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 2,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,280 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,743 miles
Average per year
2,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,023 miles
  • 2025 – 50,280 miles
  • 2023 – 46,678 miles
  • 2022 – 44,646 miles
  • 2021 – 42,935 miles
  • 2020 – 41,135 miles
  • 2019 – 37,759 miles
  • 2018 – 37,403 miles
  • 2016 – 35,190 miles
  • 2015 – 31,473 miles
  • 2014 – 25,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,023 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 18 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,023 miles (+2,743)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    53,023 miles
    Test number
    234356716535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass50,280 miles (+3,602)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    50,280 miles
    Test number
    410704143165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass46,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    46,678 miles
    Test number
    848432588695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail46,678 miles (+2,032)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,678 miles
    Test number
    536882438700
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  5. Pass44,646 miles (+1,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    44,646 miles
    Test number
    548972487648
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass42,935 miles (+1,800)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    42,935 miles
    Test number
    714846278036
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass41,135 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    41,135 miles
    Test number
    795398217050
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail41,135 miles (+3,376)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,135 miles
    Test number
    132419969439
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass37,759 miles (+356)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    37,759 miles
    Test number
    109917858086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,403 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    37,403 miles
    Test number
    784603323242
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
  11. Fail37,403 miles (+2,213)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,403 miles
    Test number
    868784977062
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on outer tread
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on outer tread
  12. Pass35,190 miles (+3,717)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    35,190 miles
    Test number
    891194936651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    31,473 miles
    Test number
    578387430188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail31,473 miles (+6,420)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,473 miles
    Test number
    197379435228
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  15. Fail25,053 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,053 miles
    Test number
    749071664239
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  16. Pass25,053 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    25,053 miles
    Test number
    879931764220
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about LM61 LTJ

Does LM61 LTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 LTJ is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 LTJ?
The MOT on LM61 LTJ is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 LTJ done?
LM61 LTJ was recorded at 53,023 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 2,458 miles a year.
Has LM61 LTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 LTJ has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LM61 LTJ 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 LTJ find?
LM61 LTJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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