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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 PZWMOT history

LM61 PZW is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 90,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

LM61 PZW grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
90,191 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 PZW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
11 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 PZW was last recorded at 90,191 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 12,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
77,869 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
12,322 miles
Average per year
5,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,191 miles
  • 2025 – 77,869 miles
  • 2024 – 76,095 miles
  • 2023 – 72,381 miles
  • 2022 – 68,370 miles
  • 2021 – 63,925 miles
  • 2020 – 60,151 miles
  • 2019 – 52,491 miles
  • 2018 – 45,478 miles
  • 2017 – 38,701 miles
  • 2016 – 36,160 miles
  • 2015 – 32,371 miles
  • 2014 – 25,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,191 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,191 miles (+12,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    90,191 miles
    Test number
    344561645431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass77,869 miles (+1,774)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    77,869 miles
    Test number
    392984345184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,095 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    76,095 miles
    Test number
    431473575283
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail76,095 miles (+3,714)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,095 miles
    Test number
    965722909517
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass72,381 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    72,381 miles
    Test number
    385530825393
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail72,381 miles (+4,011)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,381 miles
    Test number
    209526864167
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass68,370 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    68,370 miles
    Test number
    355893044117
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail68,370 miles (+4,445)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,370 miles
    Test number
    451394315067
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass63,925 miles (+3,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    63,925 miles
    Test number
    931770745003
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryFuel filter damp
  10. Pass60,151 miles (+7,660)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    60,151 miles
    Test number
    957436025171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass52,491 miles (+7,013)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    52,491 miles
    Test number
    933362277028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,478 miles (+6,777)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    45,478 miles
    Test number
    381197154793
    • AdvisoryFront tyres 205/45/16 Rear tyres 215/45/16
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT on inner edge
  13. Pass38,701 miles (+2,541)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    38,701 miles
    Test number
    746585466340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,160 miles (+3,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    36,160 miles
    Test number
    172627625989
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both side (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass32,371 miles (+6,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    32,371 miles
    Test number
    803252668617
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit centre threads (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass25,913 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    25,913 miles
    Test number
    458388314387
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside rear light damage white light not showing.

Questions about LM61 PZW

Does LM61 PZW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 PZW is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 PZW?
The MOT on LM61 PZW is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 PZW done?
LM61 PZW was recorded at 90,191 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 5,524 miles a year.
Has LM61 PZW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 PZW has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LM61 PZW 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 PZW find?
LM61 PZW passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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