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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 RRYMOT history

LM61 RRY is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 138,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

LM61 RRY grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
138,268 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 RRY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 RRY was last recorded at 138,268 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,266 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
9,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,268 miles
  • 2024 – 120,535 miles
  • 2023 – 111,565 miles
  • 2022 – 99,574 miles
  • 2021 – 89,786 miles
  • 2020 – 79,245 miles
  • 2019 – 69,354 miles
  • 2018 – 59,252 miles
  • 2017 – 49,774 miles
  • 2016 – 42,391 miles
  • 2015 – 34,926 miles
  • 2014 – 26,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,268 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 27 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,268 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    138,268 miles
    Test number
    409803341091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail138,266 miles (+17,731)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,266 miles
    Test number
    717906017251
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass120,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    120,535 miles
    Test number
    809742169284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail120,535 miles (+8,970)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,535 miles
    Test number
    133393652485
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass111,565 miles (+11,991)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    111,565 miles
    Test number
    122737942399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass99,574 miles (+9,788)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    99,574 miles
    Test number
    374605368017
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass89,786 miles (+10,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    89,786 miles
    Test number
    296998141465
    • AdvisoryFront Both front brake discs markedly worn and heavily corroded. A pronounced lip as formed on inner and outer edges of both discs.
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with the following synthetic protective shields, under bonnet, full length under body; obscuring all underside components and /or the vehicle rigidity from visual inspection.

  8. Pass79,245 miles (+9,891)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    79,245 miles
    Test number
    119686024128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,354 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,354 miles
    Test number
    845670863324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2

  10. Fail69,354 miles (+10,102)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,354 miles
    Test number
    249397916190
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam H7 (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2

  11. Pass59,252 miles (+9,478)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    59,252 miles
    Test number
    289436401883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,774 miles (+7,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    49,774 miles
    Test number
    886968914847
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass42,391 miles (+7,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    42,391 miles
    Test number
    279784907458
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres deteriating

  14. Pass34,926 miles (+7,962)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    34,926 miles
    Test number
    203968071523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,964 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    26,964 miles
    Test number
    628910204369
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LM61 RRY

Does LM61 RRY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 RRY is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 RRY?
The MOT on LM61 RRY is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 RRY done?
LM61 RRY was recorded at 138,268 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 9,928 miles a year.
Has LM61 RRY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 RRY has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 RRY 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 RRY find?
LM61 RRY passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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