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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LM61 RRVMOT history

LM61 RRV is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 111,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

LM61 RRV white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
111,421 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 RRV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
27 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 RRV was last recorded at 111,421 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 23,508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,913 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
23,508 miles
Average per year
7,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,421 miles
  • 2025 – 87,913 miles
  • 2024 – 85,335 miles
  • 2023 – 80,863 miles
  • 2022 – 78,672 miles
  • 2021 – 71,158 miles
  • 2020 – 57,466 miles
  • 2019 – 52,099 miles
  • 2018 – 46,769 miles
  • 2017 – 42,218 miles
  • 2015 – 36,304 miles
  • 2014 – 28,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,421 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass111,421 miles (+23,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    111,421 miles
    Test number
    370566317938
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass87,913 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    87,913 miles
    Test number
    512494381957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail87,909 miles (+2,574)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,909 miles
    Test number
    320966383501
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass85,335 miles (+4,472)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    85,335 miles
    Test number
    952279373757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass80,863 miles (+2,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    80,863 miles
    Test number
    807010352244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass78,672 miles (+7,514)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    78,672 miles
    Test number
    510370117807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,158 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,158 miles
    Test number
    281790829534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail71,158 miles (+13,692)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,158 miles
    Test number
    315611533624
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass57,466 miles (+5,367)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    57,466 miles
    Test number
    689797457743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass52,099 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    52,099 miles
    Test number
    949639480217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail52,099 miles (+5,330)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,099 miles
    Test number
    535379392651
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass46,769 miles (+4,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    46,769 miles
    Test number
    548917810412
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass42,218 miles (+5,914)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    42,218 miles
    Test number
    635879163392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    36,304 miles
    Test number
    509358098269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail36,304 miles (+7,352)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,304 miles
    Test number
    949224169530
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
  16. Pass28,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    28,952 miles
    Test number
    876329204395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 RRV

Does LM61 RRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 RRV is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 RRV?
The MOT on LM61 RRV is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 RRV done?
LM61 RRV was recorded at 111,421 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 7,191 miles a year.
Has LM61 RRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 RRV has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 RRV 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 RRV find?
LM61 RRV passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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