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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 WLAMOT history

LM61 WLA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 60,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2026.

LM61 WLA silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2027
Mileage
60,446 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,608 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 WLA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 WLA was last recorded at 60,446 miles on 17 Oct 2026, 3,789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,657 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,789 miles
Average per year
3,608 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,446 miles
  • 2025 – 56,657 miles
  • 2024 – 50,949 miles
  • 2023 – 44,135 miles
  • 2022 – 37,838 miles
  • 2021 – 31,749 miles
  • 2020 – 26,559 miles
  • 2019 – 22,738 miles
  • 2018 – 20,694 miles
  • 2017 – 19,878 miles
  • 2016 – 19,257 miles
  • 2015 – 18,666 miles
  • 2014 – 17,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,446 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded .Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion .

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • TPMS light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre sidewall cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass60,446 miles (+3,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    60,446 miles
    Test number
    508012392646
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded .
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion .

  2. Pass56,657 miles (+5,708)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    56,657 miles
    Test number
    418169019290
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded .
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corrosion .
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion.

  3. Pass50,949 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    50,949 miles
    Test number
    160017716078
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  4. Fail50,949 miles (+6,814)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,949 miles
    Test number
    304960260316
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  5. Pass44,135 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    44,135 miles
    Test number
    348832304845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail44,128 miles (+6,290)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,128 miles
    Test number
    738850880331
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-freeze below minimum level
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  7. Pass37,838 miles (+6,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    37,838 miles
    Test number
    726505786907
    • 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 Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass31,749 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    31,749 miles
    Test number
    372618045590
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail31,749 miles (+5,190)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,749 miles
    Test number
    825174326242
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm Tyre sidewalls also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning light on

  10. Pass26,559 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    26,559 miles
    Test number
    990291581815
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail26,558 miles (+3,820)3 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,558 miles
    Test number
    337810842534
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 55% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass22,738 miles (+2,044)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    22,738 miles
    Test number
    701506581759
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass20,694 miles (+816)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    20,694 miles
    Test number
    228767166654
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre sidewalls cracking

  14. Pass19,878 miles (+621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    19,878 miles
    Test number
    826106049514
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  15. Pass19,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    19,257 miles
    Test number
    146169936739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail19,257 miles (+591)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,257 miles
    Test number
    233583163945
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

  17. Pass18,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    18,666 miles
    Test number
    892364805294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail18,666 miles (+1,525)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,666 miles
    Test number
    640532824929
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

  19. Pass17,141 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    17,141 miles
    Test number
    555069684222
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM61 WLA

Does LM61 WLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 WLA is valid until 31 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 WLA?
The MOT on LM61 WLA is valid until 31 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 WLA done?
LM61 WLA was recorded at 60,446 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2026, an average of 3,608 miles a year.
Has LM61 WLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 WLA has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LM61 WLA 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 WLA find?
LM61 WLA passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust system corroded .; underbody corrosion ..

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