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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 XCSMOT history

LM61 XCS is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 120,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

LM61 XCS grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
120,476 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 XCS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
16 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 XCS was last recorded at 120,476 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 3,028 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,448 miles · 15 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,028 miles
Average per year
6,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,476 miles
  • 2025 – 117,448 miles
  • 2024 – 114,989 miles
  • 2023 – 112,223 miles
  • 2022 – 109,578 miles
  • 2021 – 107,059 miles
  • 2020 – 102,609 miles
  • 2019 – 96,814 miles
  • 2017 – 95,991 miles
  • 2016 – 68,580 miles
  • 2015 – 54,787 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,476 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,476 miles (+3,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    120,476 miles
    Test number
    946841241483
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,448 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    117,448 miles
    Test number
    809402816185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,989 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    114,989 miles
    Test number
    843396580422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail114,984 miles (+2,761)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,984 miles
    Test number
    938838358580
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  5. Pass112,223 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,223 miles
    Test number
    129376237554
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail112,202 miles (+2,624)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,202 miles
    Test number
    264165221344
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass109,578 miles (+2,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,578 miles
    Test number
    674239863149
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass107,059 miles (+4,450)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    107,059 miles
    Test number
    141856905915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,609 miles (+5,795)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,609 miles
    Test number
    142610100007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,814 miles (+823)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,814 miles
    Test number
    913722206000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    95,991 miles
    Test number
    256002923935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,991 miles (+10,357)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,991 miles
    Test number
    887468285448
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass85,634 miles (+17,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    85,634 miles
    Test number
    874054336880
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass68,580 miles (+791)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    68,580 miles
    Test number
    508662430763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,789 miles (+13,002)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,789 miles
    Test number
    966004083976
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass54,787 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,787 miles
    Test number
    269341825455
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail54,787 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,787 miles
    Test number
    525461025169
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about LM61 XCS

Does LM61 XCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 XCS is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 XCS?
The MOT on LM61 XCS is valid until 17 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 XCS done?
LM61 XCS was recorded at 120,476 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 6,037 miles a year.
Has LM61 XCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 XCS has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LM61 XCS 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 XCS find?
LM61 XCS passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: coolant leak; oil leak, but not excessive.

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