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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LM61 PLZMOT history

LM61 PLZ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 115,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

LM61 PLZ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
115,784 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 PLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 PLZ was last recorded at 115,784 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,773 miles · 5 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
6,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,784 miles
  • 2025 – 111,227 miles
  • 2024 – 106,774 miles
  • 2022 – 102,075 miles
  • 2021 – 96,539 miles
  • 2020 – 91,102 miles
  • 2019 – 81,411 miles
  • 2018 – 73,697 miles
  • 2017 – 68,281 miles
  • 2016 – 58,097 miles
  • 2015 – 44,908 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,784 miles
  • AdvisoryLOW FUEL LEVEL WARNING ACTIVERecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged RUNFLAT DAMAGED SIDEWALLS (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp cleaning device inoperative o/s and n/s

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output masking kit fitted, o/s and n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Shock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s and n/s front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,784 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    115,784 miles
    Test number
    369785230469
    • AdvisoryLOW FUEL LEVEL WARNING ACTIVE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged RUNFLAT DAMAGED SIDEWALLS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail115,773 miles (+4,546)1 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,773 miles
    Test number
    100352524460
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryLOW FUEL LEVEL WARNING ACTIVE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged RUNFLAT DAMAGED SIDEWALLS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass111,227 miles (+4,453)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    111,227 miles
    Test number
    964084162541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,774 miles (+65)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,774 miles
    Test number
    289336851520
    • MinorHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative o/s and n/s (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output masking kit fitted, o/s and n/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s and n/s front (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail106,709 miles (+4,634)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,709 miles
    Test number
    754398464781
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s and n/s (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative o/s and n/s (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output masking kit fitted, o/s and n/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge,,2.1mm recommend replace ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s and n/s front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRecommend have steering track checked

  6. Pass102,075 miles (+5,536)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    102,075 miles
    Test number
    397727387854
    • MinorHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195 65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass96,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,539 miles
    Test number
    362009495473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,539 miles (+5,437)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,539 miles
    Test number
    403801919052
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass91,102 miles (+9,691)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,102 miles
    Test number
    845787891881
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low on inner edge

  10. Pass81,411 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,411 miles
    Test number
    702371265898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail81,411 miles (+7,714)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,411 miles
    Test number
    155376317217
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass73,697 miles (+5,416)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,697 miles
    Test number
    962728293295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass68,281 miles (+10,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    68,281 miles
    Test number
    872639171617
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 0mm on inner edge

  14. Pass58,097 miles (+13,189)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,097 miles
    Test number
    784707625987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,908 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,908 miles
    Test number
    106103615443
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteE.m.l.light
    • NoteSlight lip on front discs

  16. Pass44,908 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    44,908 miles
    Test number
    599003915047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteE.m.l.light
    • NoteSlight lip on front discs

Questions about LM61 PLZ

Does LM61 PLZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 PLZ is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 PLZ?
The MOT on LM61 PLZ is valid until 5 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 PLZ done?
LM61 PLZ was recorded at 115,784 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 6,405 miles a year.
Has LM61 PLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 PLZ has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 PLZ 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 PLZ find?
LM61 PLZ passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: low fuel level warning active; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; tyre slightly damaged runflat damaged sidewalls.

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