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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 RBUMOT history

LM61 RBU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 106,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

LM61 RBU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
106,004 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 RBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 RBU was last recorded at 106,004 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 837 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,167 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
837 miles
Average per year
4,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,004 miles
  • 2025 – 105,167 miles
  • 2024 – 104,538 miles
  • 2023 – 103,955 miles
  • 2021 – 98,699 miles
  • 2020 – 93,253 miles
  • 2019 – 85,707 miles
  • 2018 – 78,742 miles
  • 2017 – 74,468 miles
  • 2016 – 65,188 miles
  • 2015 – 54,650 miles
  • 2014 – 53,316 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,004 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass106,004 miles (+837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    106,004 miles
    Test number
    226803232392
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass105,167 miles (+629)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    105,167 miles
    Test number
    834122961194
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,538 miles (+583)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    104,538 miles
    Test number
    541916189965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass103,955 miles (+5,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,955 miles
    Test number
    670125999965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass98,699 miles (+5,446)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,699 miles
    Test number
    882860323631
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass93,253 miles (+7,546)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    93,253 miles
    Test number
    343409025121
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect misting (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass85,707 miles (+6,965)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,707 miles
    Test number
    306522643739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,742 miles (+4,274)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    78,742 miles
    Test number
    136037018304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,468 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    74,468 miles
    Test number
    817689901313
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Fail74,468 miles (+9,280)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,468 miles
    Test number
    819208238199
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass65,188 miles (+10,538)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    65,188 miles
    Test number
    857041346648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,650 miles (+1,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    54,650 miles
    Test number
    116996735474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass53,316 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    53,316 miles
    Test number
    356154294443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail53,316 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,316 miles
    Test number
    529320894279
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM61 RBU

Does LM61 RBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 RBU is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 RBU?
The MOT on LM61 RBU is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 RBU done?
LM61 RBU was recorded at 106,004 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 4,525 miles a year.
Has LM61 RBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 RBU has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on LM61 RBU 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 RBU find?
LM61 RBU passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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