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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LM61 RNVMOT history

LM61 RNV is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 126,704 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

LM61 RNV grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
126,704 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 RNV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
7 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 RNV was last recorded at 126,704 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 4,438 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,266 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,438 miles
Average per year
7,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,704 miles
  • 2024 – 122,266 miles
  • 2023 – 117,749 miles
  • 2022 – 113,364 miles
  • 2021 – 109,779 miles
  • 2020 – 102,522 miles
  • 2019 – 99,311 miles
  • 2018 – 95,126 miles
  • 2017 – 85,256 miles
  • 2016 – 73,449 miles
  • 2015 – 60,598 miles
  • 2014 – 43,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,704 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both and corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTest carried out in wet conditions.
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of the underneath of the vehicle.

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Heavy engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass126,704 miles (+4,438)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    126,704 miles
    Test number
    919970408261
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both and corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTest carried out in wet conditions.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of the underneath of the vehicle.

  2. Pass122,266 miles (+4)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    122,266 miles
    Test number
    730301796161
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear upper outer bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail122,262 miles (+4,513)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,262 miles
    Test number
    282137163979
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear upper outer bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass117,749 miles (+4,385)19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    117,749 miles
    Test number
    635681706840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 1.6mm recommend replace ASAP 205/55R16 91V Pirelli P7 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Pass113,364 miles (+3,585)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    113,364 miles
    Test number
    645963637364
    • AdvisoryCentral Front undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  6. Pass109,779 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    109,779 miles
    Test number
    665024623783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail109,769 miles (+7,247)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,769 miles
    Test number
    532176634119
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass102,522 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,522 miles
    Test number
    438522122366
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  9. Fail102,518 miles (+3,207)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,518 miles
    Test number
    829094081137
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  10. Pass99,311 miles (+4,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    99,311 miles
    Test number
    625474775924
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  11. Pass95,126 miles (+9,870)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,126 miles
    Test number
    342234021883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,256 miles (+11,807)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    85,256 miles
    Test number
    610313515834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres showing age cracks

  13. Pass73,449 miles (+12,851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,449 miles
    Test number
    859871390893
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres showing age related carcks

  14. Pass60,598 miles (+17,072)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,598 miles
    Test number
    541993994067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    43,526 miles
    Test number
    576221224366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,526 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,526 miles
    Test number
    938141924304
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LM61 RNV

Does LM61 RNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 RNV is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM61 RNV?
The MOT on LM61 RNV is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 RNV done?
LM61 RNV was recorded at 126,704 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 7,557 miles a year.
Has LM61 RNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 RNV has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LM61 RNV 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 RNV find?
LM61 RNV passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: rear coil spring corroded both; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both and corroded; test carried out in wet conditions., and 1 more.

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