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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

LM61 LVDMOT history

LM61 LVD is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 15 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 164,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

LM61 LVD black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
164,738 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 LVD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
15 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 LVD was last recorded at 164,738 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,733 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
11,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,738 miles
  • 2025 – 155,711 miles
  • 2024 – 146,890 miles
  • 2023 – 136,282 miles
  • 2022 – 126,241 miles
  • 2021 – 113,930 miles
  • 2019 – 100,650 miles
  • 2018 – 85,557 miles
  • 2017 – 69,289 miles
  • 2016 – 56,032 miles
  • 2015 – 45,213 miles
  • 2014 – 36,312 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,738 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm, Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm, Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnderside and sill inspections are limited due to coversRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 7 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,738 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    164,738 miles
    Test number
    190873429360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm, Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm, Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside and sill inspections are limited due to covers

  2. Fail164,733 miles (+9,022)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,733 miles
    Test number
    197484594023
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm, Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm, Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside and sill inspections are limited due to covers

  3. Pass155,711 miles (+8,821)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    155,711 miles
    Test number
    814850793971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass146,890 miles (+10,608)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    146,890 miles
    Test number
    775630743088
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective center sleave (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass136,282 miles (+10,041)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    136,282 miles
    Test number
    606506817588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass126,241 miles (+12,311)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    126,241 miles
    Test number
    968837062364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,930 miles (+13,280)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,930 miles
    Test number
    788277248425
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCondition of o/s rear tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  8. Pass100,650 miles (+15,093)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,650 miles
    Test number
    718709931872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,557 miles (+16,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,557 miles
    Test number
    839112751429
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system: warning lamp indicates a fault

  10. Pass69,289 miles (+13,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,289 miles
    Test number
    173087084172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass56,032 miles (+10,819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    56,032 miles
    Test number
    706823834744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass45,213 miles (+8,901)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    45,213 miles
    Test number
    294000369971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Kids seats fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail36,312 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,312 miles
    Test number
    368631914342
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass36,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    36,312 miles
    Test number
    899951814305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 LVD

Does LM61 LVD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 LVD is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 LVD?
The MOT on LM61 LVD is valid until 11 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 LVD done?
LM61 LVD was recorded at 164,738 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 11,402 miles a year.
Has LM61 LVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 LVD has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 LVD 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 LVD find?
LM61 LVD passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm, rear bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm, rear bush; offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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