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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LM61 LXGMOT history

LM61 LXG is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Nov 2011. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 190,414 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2025.

LM61 LXG black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2026
Mileage
190,414 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2025
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 LXG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
8 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 LXG was last recorded at 190,414 miles on 3 Apr 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,410 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
12,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 190,414 miles
  • 2024 – 181,647 miles
  • 2023 – 172,430 miles
  • 2021 – 163,846 miles
  • 2020 – 155,087 miles
  • 2019 – 141,486 miles
  • 2018 – 125,248 miles
  • 2017 – 108,103 miles
  • 2016 – 90,416 miles
  • 2015 – 80,374 miles
  • 2014 – 63,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,414 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,414 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    190,414 miles
    Test number
    737752920402
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail190,410 miles (+8,763)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,410 miles
    Test number
    849345930946
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass181,647 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    181,647 miles
    Test number
    421824306196
    • AdvisoryOffside front coil spring not seated correctly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail181,647 miles (+9,217)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,647 miles
    Test number
    968631312603
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements harsh or grating. (7.7 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front coil spring not seated correctly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass172,430 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    172,430 miles
    Test number
    164406904457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail172,424 miles (+8,578)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,424 miles
    Test number
    119766515287
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass163,846 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    163,846 miles
    Test number
    454173408202
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail163,846 miles (+8,759)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,846 miles
    Test number
    937579453567
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 91V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass155,087 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    155,087 miles
    Test number
    327132843777
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Fail155,087 miles (+13,601)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,087 miles
    Test number
    941965617529
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass141,486 miles (+16,238)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,486 miles
    Test number
    273936999931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass125,248 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    125,248 miles
    Test number
    401799222110
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  13. Fail125,248 miles (+17,145)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,248 miles
    Test number
    149440894177
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  14. Pass108,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    108,103 miles
    Test number
    701100847022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail108,308 miles (+17,892)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,308 miles
    Test number
    363543209368
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass90,416 miles (+10,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    90,416 miles
    Test number
    896156060407
    • AdvisoryCovers & trays fitted

  17. Pass80,374 miles (+16,381)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    80,374 miles
    Test number
    790459237183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,993 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    63,993 miles
    Test number
    816356174232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LM61 LXG

Does LM61 LXG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM61 LXG expired on 2 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM61 LXG?
The MOT on LM61 LXG expired on 2 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM61 LXG done?
LM61 LXG was recorded at 190,414 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2025, an average of 12,040 miles a year.
Has LM61 LXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 LXG has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 LXG 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 LXG find?
LM61 LXG passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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