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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LM61 PZXMOT history

LM61 PZX is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 97,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

LM61 PZX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,828 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 PZX
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
18 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 PZX was last recorded at 97,828 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 9,624 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,204 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,624 miles
Average per year
5,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,828 miles
  • 2025 – 88,204 miles
  • 2024 – 85,548 miles
  • 2023 – 82,717 miles
  • 2020 – 74,034 miles
  • 2019 – 68,670 miles
  • 2018 – 59,621 miles
  • 2017 – 53,685 miles
  • 2016 – 46,835 miles
  • 2015 – 38,368 miles
  • 2014 – 30,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,828 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,828 miles (+9,624)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,828 miles
    Test number
    524369914162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass88,204 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,204 miles
    Test number
    596902009174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in-between treads tyre 7yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in-between treads tyre 8yrs old worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail88,204 miles (+2,656)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,204 miles
    Test number
    854759074078
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in-between treads tyre 7yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in-between treads tyre 8yrs old worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass85,548 miles (+2,831)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    85,548 miles
    Test number
    129378911867
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in-between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights works but wired incorrectly

  5. Pass82,717 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    82,717 miles
    Test number
    653405110230
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside And Offside Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside And Offside Front Brake Disc Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracked/Perished Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail82,714 miles (+8,680)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,714 miles
    Test number
    851612287341
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside And Offside Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside And Offside Front Brake Disc Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracked/Perished Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass74,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,034 miles
    Test number
    549821862708
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear boot damaged

  8. Fail74,034 miles (+5,364)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,034 miles
    Test number
    229599950222
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear boot damaged

  9. Pass68,670 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,670 miles
    Test number
    158332457323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail68,642 miles (+9,021)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,642 miles
    Test number
    697483691377
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass59,621 miles (+5,936)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    59,621 miles
    Test number
    447638244149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,685 miles (+6,850)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    53,685 miles
    Test number
    384370899612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,835 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    46,835 miles
    Test number
    928512200018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Fail46,829 miles (+8,461)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,829 miles
    Test number
    947809193972
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass38,368 miles (+8,053)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    38,368 miles
    Test number
    856937793397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    30,315 miles
    Test number
    509089704385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 PZX

Does LM61 PZX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 PZX is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 PZX?
The MOT on LM61 PZX is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 PZX done?
LM61 PZX was recorded at 97,828 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 5,941 miles a year.
Has LM61 PZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 PZX has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 PZX 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 PZX find?
LM61 PZX passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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