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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LM61 PZHMOT history

LM61 PZH is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 139,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

LM61 PZH black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
139,071 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 PZH
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
28 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 PZH was last recorded at 139,071 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 6,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,930 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,141 miles
Average per year
9,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,071 miles
  • 2025 – 132,930 miles
  • 2024 – 126,346 miles
  • 2023 – 116,530 miles
  • 2022 – 116,383 miles
  • 2021 – 104,583 miles
  • 2020 – 90,347 miles
  • 2019 – 81,693 miles
  • 2018 – 70,582 miles
  • 2017 – 58,625 miles
  • 2016 – 51,142 miles
  • 2015 – 39,446 miles
  • 2014 – 29,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,071 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

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.

  • Lower under tray and top covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Vehicle was too clean to trigger the smoke meter

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,071 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    139,071 miles
    Test number
    161020088451
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

  2. Fail139,071 miles (+6,141)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,071 miles
    Test number
    777270362159
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

  3. Pass132,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    132,930 miles
    Test number
    497145516538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail132,930 miles (+6,584)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,930 miles
    Test number
    577095449383
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass126,346 miles (+9,816)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    126,346 miles
    Test number
    302210511430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,530 miles (+147)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,530 miles
    Test number
    803108417190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail116,383 miles (+11,800)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,383 miles
    Test number
    112840316619
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass104,583 miles (+89)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    104,583 miles
    Test number
    607456573357
    • AdvisoryLower under tray and top covers fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle was too clean to trigger the smoke meter

  9. Fail104,494 miles (+14,147)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,494 miles
    Test number
    749063848153
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryLower under tray and top covers fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle was too clean to trigger the smoke meter

  10. Pass90,347 miles (+8,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    90,347 miles
    Test number
    756882832537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass81,693 miles (+11,111)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,693 miles
    Test number
    297866010827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    70,582 miles
    Test number
    571905134465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,582 miles (+11,957)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,582 miles
    Test number
    249233136515
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass58,625 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    58,625 miles
    Test number
    556436234932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner tread pattern
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner tread pattern

  15. Fail58,625 miles (+7,483)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,625 miles
    Test number
    268587534545
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner tread pattern
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner tread pattern

  16. Pass51,142 miles (+11,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    51,142 miles
    Test number
    300116501120
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass39,446 miles (+9,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    39,446 miles
    Test number
    592669834572
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a slight bulge on the sidewall

  18. Pass29,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    29,820 miles
    Test number
    399260694222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 PZH

Does LM61 PZH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 PZH is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 PZH?
The MOT on LM61 PZH is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 PZH done?
LM61 PZH was recorded at 139,071 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 9,697 miles a year.
Has LM61 PZH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 PZH has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 PZH 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 PZH find?
LM61 PZH passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front non obligatory mirror damaged.

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