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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LM61 LWFMOT history

LM61 LWF is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 10 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 55,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

LM61 LWF black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
55,877 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 LWF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 LWF was last recorded at 55,877 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 11,460 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,417 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
11,460 miles
Average per year
3,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 55,877 miles
  • 2024 – 44,417 miles
  • 2023 – 43,734 miles
  • 2022 – 42,167 miles
  • 2021 – 39,885 miles
  • 2020 – 37,257 miles
  • 2019 – 33,763 miles
  • 2018 – 31,367 miles
  • 2017 – 28,234 miles
  • 2016 – 25,551 miles
  • 2015 – 21,407 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,877 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF (Rear) arm bushes (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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,877 miles (+11,460)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    55,877 miles
    Test number
    727274291984
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF (Rear) arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass44,417 miles (+683)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    44,417 miles
    Test number
    272865274944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass43,734 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    43,734 miles
    Test number
    820256046892
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail43,734 miles (+1,567)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,734 miles
    Test number
    192234832114
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass42,167 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    42,167 miles
    Test number
    742115896137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail42,166 miles (+2,281)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,166 miles
    Test number
    752788452284
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass39,885 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    39,885 miles
    Test number
    800321461652
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail39,883 miles (+2,626)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,883 miles
    Test number
    395472727974
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass37,257 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    37,257 miles
    Test number
    851546426889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail37,256 miles (+3,493)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,256 miles
    Test number
    862387638849
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass33,763 miles (+2,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    33,763 miles
    Test number
    251987259491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass31,367 miles (+3,133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    31,367 miles
    Test number
    282017073833
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass28,234 miles (+2,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    28,234 miles
    Test number
    423030303774
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished

  14. Pass25,551 miles (+4,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    25,551 miles
    Test number
    673067803596
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

  15. Pass21,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    21,407 miles
    Test number
    325757544574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 LWF

Does LM61 LWF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 LWF is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM61 LWF?
The MOT on LM61 LWF is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 LWF done?
LM61 LWF was recorded at 55,877 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 3,454 miles a year.
Has LM61 LWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 LWF has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LM61 LWF 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 LWF find?
LM61 LWF passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf and osf (rear) arm bushes.

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