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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

LM61 TZLMOT history

LM61 TZL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Dec 2011. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 98,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2025.

LM61 TZL black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2026
Mileage
98,765 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 TZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
24 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 TZL was last recorded at 98,765 miles on 24 Jul 2025, 1,606 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
97,159 miles · 29 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,606 miles
Average per year
7,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,765 miles
  • 2023 – 97,159 miles
  • 2022 – 83,427 miles
  • 2021 – 72,643 miles
  • 2020 – 66,568 miles
  • 2019 – 59,462 miles
  • 2018 – 53,911 miles
  • 2017 – 46,282 miles
  • 2016 – 38,621 miles
  • 2015 – 31,870 miles
  • 2014 – 24,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,765 miles
  • AdvisoryBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,765 miles (+1,606)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,765 miles
    Test number
    806351328600
    • AdvisoryBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass97,159 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    97,159 miles
    Test number
    598282345154
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  3. Fail97,159 miles (+13,732)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,159 miles
    Test number
    537917181518
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  4. Pass83,427 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    83,427 miles
    Test number
    912502707018
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail83,427 miles (+10,784)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,427 miles
    Test number
    118430872998
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,643 miles (+6,075)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    72,643 miles
    Test number
    975648535431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,568 miles (+7,106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    66,568 miles
    Test number
    668208502946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass59,462 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,462 miles
    Test number
    174985092515
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail59,462 miles (+5,551)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,462 miles
    Test number
    780616225647
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass53,911 miles (+7,629)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,911 miles
    Test number
    943004202510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    46,282 miles
    Test number
    489325001891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail46,282 miles (+7,661)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,282 miles
    Test number
    709700514935
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass38,621 miles (+6,751)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    38,621 miles
    Test number
    708565010730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,870 miles (+7,552)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    31,870 miles
    Test number
    855417334099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,318 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    24,318 miles
    Test number
    585543944359
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteService spanner displayed ?
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM61 TZL

Does LM61 TZL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM61 TZL expired on 23 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM61 TZL?
The MOT on LM61 TZL expired on 23 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM61 TZL done?
LM61 TZL was recorded at 98,765 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2025, an average of 7,008 miles a year.
Has LM61 TZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 TZL has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LM61 TZL 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 TZL find?
LM61 TZL passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; parking brake lever worn, but not excessively; rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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