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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LM61 ZWTMOT history

LM61 ZWT is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 164,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LM61 ZWT grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 May 2027
Mileage
164,832 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 ZWT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 ZWT was last recorded at 164,832 miles on 7 May 2026, 2,942 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,890 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,942 miles
Average per year
8,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,832 miles
  • 2025 – 161,890 miles
  • 2024 – 157,477 miles
  • 2023 – 154,492 miles
  • 2022 – 149,132 miles
  • 2021 – 143,116 miles
  • 2020 – 132,987 miles
  • 2019 – 123,073 miles
  • 2018 – 113,321 miles
  • 2017 – 101,878 miles
  • 2016 – 90,343 miles
  • 2015 – 83,270 miles
  • 2014 – 71,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,832 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside damage to door mirror casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,832 miles (+2,942)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2027
    Odometer
    164,832 miles
    Test number
    548910319736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass161,890 miles (+4,413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    161,890 miles
    Test number
    845713321084
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,477 miles (+2,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    157,477 miles
    Test number
    167603744640
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass154,492 miles (+5,360)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    154,492 miles
    Test number
    269811604292
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (smooth on inside) cords soon to be exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded
    • AdvisorySlight damage to n/s/f arch lining

  5. Pass149,132 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    149,132 miles
    Test number
    309101536329
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light unit damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail149,132 miles (+6,016)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,132 miles
    Test number
    422605128862
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light unit damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass143,116 miles (+27)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    143,116 miles
    Test number
    176787092353
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside damage to door mirror casing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail143,089 miles (+10,102)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,089 miles
    Test number
    874547155802
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside damage to door mirror casing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass132,987 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    132,987 miles
    Test number
    525266253233
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail132,986 miles (+9,913)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,986 miles
    Test number
    274088335291
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass123,073 miles (+9,752)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,073 miles
    Test number
    640722957518
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak possibly water pump
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn close to legal limit 185/60/15 88h (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearly exposing the cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass113,321 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    113,321 miles
    Test number
    665018195711
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail113,295 miles (+11,417)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,295 miles
    Test number
    290975834485
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass101,878 miles (+11,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    101,878 miles
    Test number
    159937057022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are slightly perished

  15. Pass90,343 miles (+7,073)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    90,343 miles
    Test number
    542407455381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre is bold on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre is getting low in inner edge

  16. Fail83,270 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,270 miles
    Test number
    236803535421
    • Repaired at testNearside brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  17. Pass83,270 miles (+12,132)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    83,270 miles
    Test number
    278013535422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,138 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    71,138 miles
    Test number
    458318734432
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvide fuel cover flap broken ok at time of test.

Questions about LM61 ZWT

Does LM61 ZWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 ZWT is valid until 9 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 ZWT?
The MOT on LM61 ZWT is valid until 9 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 ZWT done?
LM61 ZWT was recorded at 164,832 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 8,203 miles a year.
Has LM61 ZWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 ZWT has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LM61 ZWT 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 ZWT find?
LM61 ZWT passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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