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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 VDYMOT history

LM61 VDY is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 55,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2025.

LM61 VDY black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
55,841 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,922 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 VDY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 VDY was last recorded at 55,841 miles on 9 Oct 2025, 4,882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
50,959 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,882 miles
Average per year
3,922 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 55,841 miles
  • 2024 – 50,959 miles
  • 2023 – 48,444 miles
  • 2022 – 45,740 miles
  • 2021 – 42,582 miles
  • 2020 – 38,847 miles
  • 2019 – 35,034 miles
  • 2018 – 29,187 miles
  • 2017 – 21,999 miles
  • 2016 – 14,979 miles
  • 2015 – 13,869 miles
  • 2014 – 12,786 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,841 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass55,841 miles (+4,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    55,841 miles
    Test number
    634242866997
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass50,959 miles (+2,515)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    50,959 miles
    Test number
    875036672475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass48,444 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    48,444 miles
    Test number
    259803939837
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Fail48,444 miles (+2,704)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,444 miles
    Test number
    494679906415
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass45,740 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    45,740 miles
    Test number
    372744719994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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 REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisorySlight handbrake free travel

  6. Fail45,740 miles (+3,158)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,740 miles
    Test number
    203301470374
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/60/15 84T (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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 REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisorySlight handbrake free travel

  7. Pass42,582 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    42,582 miles
    Test number
    775146185482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail42,582 miles (+3,735)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,582 miles
    Test number
    492552557592
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass38,847 miles (+3,813)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    38,847 miles
    Test number
    410654659727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,034 miles (+5,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    35,034 miles
    Test number
    733198489464
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished in tread

  11. Pass29,187 miles (+7,188)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    29,187 miles
    Test number
    787892999231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass21,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    21,999 miles
    Test number
    789832531176
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres waering/worn inner edges,offside worst

  13. Fail21,999 miles (+7,020)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,999 miles
    Test number
    502506665450
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres waering/worn inner edges,offside worst

  14. Pass14,979 miles (+1,110)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    14,979 miles
    Test number
    821849219291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass13,869 miles (+1,083)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    13,869 miles
    Test number
    597476973050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass12,786 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    12,786 miles
    Test number
    559210794239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LM61 VDY

Does LM61 VDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 VDY is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM61 VDY?
The MOT on LM61 VDY is valid until 5 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 VDY done?
LM61 VDY was recorded at 55,841 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2025, an average of 3,922 miles a year.
Has LM61 VDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 VDY has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LM61 VDY 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 VDY find?
LM61 VDY passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge.

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