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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 VDZMOT history

LM61 VDZ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 77,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

LM61 VDZ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
77,546 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 VDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 VDZ was last recorded at 77,546 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 2,295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,251 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,295 miles
Average per year
4,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,546 miles
  • 2025 – 75,251 miles
  • 2024 – 71,964 miles
  • 2023 – 69,306 miles
  • 2022 – 63,179 miles
  • 2020 – 56,831 miles
  • 2019 – 52,574 miles
  • 2018 – 46,981 miles
  • 2017 – 41,440 miles
  • 2016 – 35,626 miles
  • 2015 – 28,926 miles
  • 2014 – 22,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,546 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,546 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    77,546 miles
    Test number
    635791401239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail77,546 miles (+2,295)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,546 miles
    Test number
    109131056930
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass75,251 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    75,251 miles
    Test number
    523644290890
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail75,251 miles (+3,287)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,251 miles
    Test number
    343880903721
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass71,964 miles (+2,658)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    71,964 miles
    Test number
    329788591318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,306 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    69,306 miles
    Test number
    398363057619
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail69,306 miles (+6,127)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,306 miles
    Test number
    427721293568
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass63,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    63,179 miles
    Test number
    362440851939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,179 miles (+6,348)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,179 miles
    Test number
    358980717350
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass56,831 miles (+4,257)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    56,831 miles
    Test number
    994602108269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    52,574 miles
    Test number
    847343392005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,574 miles (+5,593)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,574 miles
    Test number
    709078466388
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass46,981 miles (+5,541)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    46,981 miles
    Test number
    545211922487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    41,440 miles
    Test number
    762922380779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,440 miles (+5,814)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,440 miles
    Test number
    127425238376
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass35,626 miles (+6,700)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    35,626 miles
    Test number
    515568062053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,926 miles (+6,699)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    28,926 miles
    Test number
    158698112197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    22,227 miles
    Test number
    747358824370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 VDZ

Does LM61 VDZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 VDZ is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 VDZ?
The MOT on LM61 VDZ is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 VDZ done?
LM61 VDZ was recorded at 77,546 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 4,883 miles a year.
Has LM61 VDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 VDZ has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 VDZ 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 VDZ find?
LM61 VDZ passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides, and 2 more.

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