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Vauxhall Combo

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,686 cc

LM61 SVWMOT history

LM61 SVW is a white diesel Vauxhall Combo first used on 21 Nov 2011. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025 and it has passed 10 of 18 MOT tests, with 188,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2025.

LM61 SVW white Vauxhall Combo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Combo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2025
Mileage
188,213 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2025
MOT tests
18
10 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 SVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Combo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM61 SVW was last recorded at 188,213 miles on 20 Mar 2025, 7,184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,029 miles · 13 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
7,184 miles
Average per year
11,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 188,213 miles
  • 2024 – 181,029 miles
  • 2023 – 173,053 miles
  • 2022 – 166,924 miles
  • 2021 – 157,460 miles
  • 2020 – 148,385 miles
  • 2019 – 118,714 miles
  • 2018 – 95,887 miles
  • 2017 – 86,977 miles
  • 2016 – 77,982 miles
  • 2014 – 63,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail188,213 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Steering component fractured to the extent that steering is affected (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BACKBOX (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside 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))

What MOT failures 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 axle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail188,213 miles (+7,184)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,213 miles
    Test number
    708234084569
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering component fractured to the extent that steering is affected (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BACKBOX (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  2. Pass181,029 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    181,029 miles
    Test number
    611391272446
    • AdvisoryBoth front springs corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f ball joint play
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre play track rod end
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  3. Fail181,021 miles (+7,968)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,021 miles
    Test number
    334877221249
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front springs corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f ball joint play
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre play track rod end
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  4. Pass173,053 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    173,053 miles
    Test number
    529545254960
    • AdvisoryFront springs corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front top mounts
    • AdvisoryPlay n/s inner rack joint
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windcreen

  5. Fail173,053 miles (+6,129)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,053 miles
    Test number
    981216150793
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront springs corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front top mounts
    • AdvisoryPlay n/s inner rack joint
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windcreen

  6. Pass166,924 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    166,924 miles
    Test number
    977226955965
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay n/s/f inner rack joint
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded/worn
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  7. Fail166,919 miles (+3)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,919 miles
    Test number
    157614129295
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay n/s/f inner rack joint
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded/worn
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  8. Fail166,916 miles (+9,456)7 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,916 miles
    Test number
    159124905958
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass157,460 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    157,460 miles
    Test number
    162640883066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail157,455 miles (+9,070)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,455 miles
    Test number
    957258678926
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass148,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    148,385 miles
    Test number
    361834426016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail148,385 miles (+29,671)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,385 miles
    Test number
    183945974394
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass118,714 miles (+22,827)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,714 miles
    Test number
    623346466491
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust rear box & bracket broke

  14. Pass95,887 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,887 miles
    Test number
    494991277938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail95,884 miles (+8,907)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,884 miles
    Test number
    337390503670
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass86,977 miles (+8,995)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    86,977 miles
    Test number
    801133019345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,982 miles (+14,104)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    77,982 miles
    Test number
    415925979609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass63,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,878 miles
    Test number
    908429704366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 SVW

Does LM61 SVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM61 SVW expired on 12 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM61 SVW?
The MOT on LM61 SVW expired on 12 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM61 SVW done?
LM61 SVW was recorded at 188,213 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2025, an average of 11,989 miles a year.
Has LM61 SVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 SVW has failed 8 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 SVW 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 SVW find?
LM61 SVW failed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front steering component fractured to the extent that steering is affected; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox; rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, and 6 more.

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