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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LM61 PMUMOT history

LM61 PMU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 171,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

LM61 PMU silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
171,163 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,863 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 PMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 PMU was last recorded at 171,163 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 10,408 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
160,755 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,408 miles
Average per year
8,863 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,163 miles
  • 2025 – 160,755 miles
  • 2024 – 151,200 miles
  • 2023 – 141,365 miles
  • 2022 – 133,099 miles
  • 2021 – 125,792 miles
  • 2020 – 121,547 miles
  • 2019 – 112,359 miles
  • 2018 – 103,164 miles
  • 2017 – 92,798 miles
  • 2016 – 82,357 miles
  • 2014 – 70,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,163 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass171,163 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    171,163 miles
    Test number
    306361203668
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail171,161 miles (+10,406)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,161 miles
    Test number
    383941479019
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass160,755 miles (+9,555)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    160,755 miles
    Test number
    807510972302
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass151,200 miles (+9,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    151,200 miles
    Test number
    757044018976
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass141,365 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    141,365 miles
    Test number
    564594341195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail141,363 miles (+8,264)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,363 miles
    Test number
    133526313748
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass133,099 miles (+7,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    133,099 miles
    Test number
    789711025741
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s/f and both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass125,792 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    125,792 miles
    Test number
    438441092119
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking but still preventing the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chip in NS of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Light mist of oil (damping unaffected) (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres close to wear limit

  9. Fail125,792 miles (+4,245)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,792 miles
    Test number
    885371938523
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working Refilled on test (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working OSR Side light bulb replaced (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking but still preventing the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chip in NS of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Light mist of oil (damping unaffected) (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres close to wear limit

  10. Pass121,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    121,547 miles
    Test number
    498785470282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail121,545 miles (+9,186)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,545 miles
    Test number
    887055618981
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass112,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2020
    Odometer
    112,359 miles
    Test number
    830081541594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail112,359 miles (+9,195)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,359 miles
    Test number
    441842394162
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  14. Pass103,164 miles (+10,366)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    103,164 miles
    Test number
    891235877783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,798 miles (+10,441)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,798 miles
    Test number
    173558317635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,357 miles (+12,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    82,357 miles
    Test number
    540667204941
    • AdvisoryCoolant over max

  17. Pass70,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,341 miles
    Test number
    567226344391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,341 miles3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,341 miles
    Test number
    436526144304
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LM61 PMU

Does LM61 PMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 PMU is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 PMU?
The MOT on LM61 PMU is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 PMU done?
LM61 PMU was recorded at 171,163 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 8,863 miles a year.
Has LM61 PMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 PMU has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 PMU 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 PMU find?
LM61 PMU passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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