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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 ONFMOT history

LM61 ONF is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 142,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LM61 ONF red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
142,897 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 ONF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 ONF was last recorded at 142,897 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,897 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,897 miles
  • 2025 – 126,184 miles
  • 2024 – 111,008 miles
  • 2023 – 108,227 miles
  • 2022 – 104,666 miles
  • 2021 – 93,191 miles
  • 2020 – 87,870 miles
  • 2019 – 83,993 miles
  • 2018 – 72,982 miles
  • 2017 – 62,475 miles
  • 2016 – 51,530 miles
  • 2015 – 41,028 miles
  • 2014 – 29,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,897 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,897 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    142,897 miles
    Test number
    487690201476
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail142,897 miles (+16,713)1 dangerous2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,897 miles
    Test number
    398625380121
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass126,184 miles (+15,176)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    126,184 miles
    Test number
    955746622143
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass111,008 miles (+2,781)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    111,008 miles
    Test number
    364690929538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,227 miles (+3,561)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    108,227 miles
    Test number
    319423205508
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass104,666 miles (+11,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    104,666 miles
    Test number
    499794858447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass93,191 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    93,191 miles
    Test number
    850793313658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  8. Fail93,191 miles (+5,321)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,191 miles
    Test number
    277350797982
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  9. Pass87,870 miles (+3,877)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    87,870 miles
    Test number
    627347800539
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass83,993 miles (+11,011)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    83,993 miles
    Test number
    843256820086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    72,982 miles
    Test number
    350640383109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail72,982 miles (+10,507)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,982 miles
    Test number
    935533612380
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass62,475 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,475 miles
    Test number
    556266828244
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged and delaminating

  14. Fail62,475 miles (+10,945)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,475 miles
    Test number
    727728784873
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged and delaminating

  15. Pass51,530 miles (+10,502)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    51,530 miles
    Test number
    376134095062
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear spring corroded
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake requires adjustment

  16. Pass41,028 miles (+11,235)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    41,028 miles
    Test number
    779084581108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail29,793 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,793 miles
    Test number
    905153084292
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass29,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    29,793 miles
    Test number
    936443084232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 ONF

Does LM61 ONF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 ONF is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 ONF?
The MOT on LM61 ONF is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 ONF done?
LM61 ONF was recorded at 142,897 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 9,445 miles a year.
Has LM61 ONF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 ONF has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 ONF 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 ONF find?
LM61 ONF passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 9 advisories: front coolant leak; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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