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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 LWVMOT history

LM61 LWV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Nov 2011. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2025 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 100,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2024.

LM61 LWV black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2025
Mileage
100,727 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2024
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 LWV
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
15 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 LWV was last recorded at 100,727 miles on 20 Mar 2024, 12,372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,355 miles · 5 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
12,372 miles
Average per year
7,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 100,727 miles
  • 2023 – 88,355 miles
  • 2021 – 75,375 miles
  • 2020 – 69,923 miles
  • 2019 – 64,797 miles
  • 2018 – 59,159 miles
  • 2017 – 53,083 miles
  • 2016 – 45,937 miles
  • 2015 – 39,220 miles
  • 2014 – 27,653 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,727 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 12 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,727 miles (+12,372)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    100,727 miles
    Test number
    390536171289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,355 miles (+1,317)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    88,355 miles
    Test number
    972226582670
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Fail87,038 miles (+11,663)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,038 miles
    Test number
    834581785182
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing all four wheels 1 bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass75,375 miles (+5,452)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    75,375 miles
    Test number
    412857720615
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass69,923 miles (+5,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,923 miles
    Test number
    932996291064
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass64,797 miles (+5,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    64,797 miles
    Test number
    690136311110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass59,159 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,159 miles
    Test number
    270172869963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail59,159 miles (+6,076)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,159 miles
    Test number
    203702503961
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass53,083 miles (+7,146)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    53,083 miles
    Test number
    843743057263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    45,937 miles
    Test number
    881618761624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail45,937 miles (+6,717)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,937 miles
    Test number
    721429062993
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  12. Pass39,220 miles (+11,567)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    39,220 miles
    Test number
    847673028083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail27,653 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,653 miles
    Test number
    475126814404
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  14. Pass27,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    27,653 miles
    Test number
    986996814387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 LWV

Does LM61 LWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM61 LWV expired on 4 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM61 LWV?
The MOT on LM61 LWV expired on 4 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM61 LWV done?
LM61 LWV was recorded at 100,727 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2024, an average of 7,813 miles a year.
Has LM61 LWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 LWV has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LM61 LWV 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 LWV find?
LM61 LWV passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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