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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 WLEMOT history

LM61 WLE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 54,795 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LM61 WLE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
54,795 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 WLE
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
18 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 WLE was last recorded at 54,795 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 4,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
50,462 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,333 miles
Average per year
3,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,795 miles
  • 2025 – 50,462 miles
  • 2023 – 48,843 miles
  • 2022 – 47,171 miles
  • 2021 – 45,089 miles
  • 2020 – 42,139 miles
  • 2019 – 39,547 miles
  • 2018 – 33,765 miles
  • 2017 – 29,116 miles
  • 2016 – 23,496 miles
  • 2015 – 19,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,795 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 29 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,795 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    54,795 miles
    Test number
    598104488843
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail54,795 miles (+4,333)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,795 miles
    Test number
    200375126716
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass50,462 miles (+1,619)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    50,462 miles
    Test number
    582823554871
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight damage to rear number plate. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Corrosion to ferrules on both rear brake pipes. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass48,843 miles (+1,672)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    48,843 miles
    Test number
    788846599657
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass47,171 miles (+2,082)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    47,171 miles
    Test number
    246440723091
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside tyres slightly cracking/perishing

  6. Pass45,089 miles (+2,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    45,089 miles
    Test number
    976652153176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass42,139 miles (+2,592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    42,139 miles
    Test number
    114335250921
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass39,547 miles (+5,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,547 miles
    Test number
    244010854141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass33,765 miles (+4,649)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    33,765 miles
    Test number
    542213534111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass29,116 miles (+5,620)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    29,116 miles
    Test number
    285992976465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass23,496 miles (+3,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    23,496 miles
    Test number
    384302219387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass19,683 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    19,683 miles
    Test number
    672477700994
    • AdvisoryAdviseable to replace driver side wiper blade.

Questions about LM61 WLE

Does LM61 WLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 WLE is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 WLE?
The MOT on LM61 WLE is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 WLE done?
LM61 WLE was recorded at 54,795 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 3,370 miles a year.
Has LM61 WLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 WLE has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 WLE 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 WLE find?
LM61 WLE passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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