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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LM61 ZTXMOT history

LM61 ZTX is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 98,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

LM61 ZTX grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
98,124 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 ZTX
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
15 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 ZTX was last recorded at 98,124 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 6,857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,267 miles · 22 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,857 miles
Average per year
5,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,124 miles
  • 2025 – 91,267 miles
  • 2024 – 80,850 miles
  • 2023 – 76,768 miles
  • 2022 – 71,060 miles
  • 2021 – 65,697 miles
  • 2020 – 62,690 miles
  • 2019 – 57,830 miles
  • 2018 – 53,206 miles
  • 2017 – 49,584 miles
  • 2016 – 45,863 miles
  • 2015 – 40,484 miles
  • 2014 – 34,117 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,124 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive rear side of the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,124 miles (+6,857)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    98,124 miles
    Test number
    562774340394
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive rear side of the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass91,267 miles (+10,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    91,267 miles
    Test number
    517979051846
    • 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))

  3. Pass80,850 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    80,850 miles
    Test number
    555178583557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,768 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    76,768 miles
    Test number
    478516828872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail76,767 miles (+5,707)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,767 miles
    Test number
    229329506893
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Passenger door exterior damage but no sharp object protuding.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass71,060 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,060 miles
    Test number
    855002909347
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail71,060 miles (+5,363)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,060 miles
    Test number
    103779761085
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources at rear registration plate (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass65,697 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,697 miles
    Test number
    392991244924
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail65,697 miles (+3,007)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,697 miles
    Test number
    564344076393
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass62,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    62,690 miles
    Test number
    166014046631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,688 miles (+4,858)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,688 miles
    Test number
    168794086816
    • 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 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass57,830 miles (+4,624)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    57,830 miles
    Test number
    454001233147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,206 miles (+3,622)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    53,206 miles
    Test number
    524288087145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,584 miles (+3,721)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,584 miles
    Test number
    778639609168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,863 miles
    Test number
    860722099564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail45,863 miles (+5,379)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,863 miles
    Test number
    874395872366
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass40,484 miles (+6,367)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,484 miles
    Test number
    186000465134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail34,117 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,117 miles
    Test number
    326794414354
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass34,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    34,117 miles
    Test number
    579174514368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 ZTX

Does LM61 ZTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 ZTX is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 ZTX?
The MOT on LM61 ZTX 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 ZTX done?
LM61 ZTX was recorded at 98,124 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 5,617 miles a year.
Has LM61 ZTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 ZTX has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LM61 ZTX 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 ZTX find?
LM61 ZTX passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: front lower oil leak, but not excessive rear side of the engine; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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