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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,199 cc

LP61 CMXMOT history

LP61 CMX is a red diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 144,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LP61 CMX red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
144,898 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 CMX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 CMX was last recorded at 144,898 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,897 miles · 3 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,898 miles
  • 2025 – 136,743 miles
  • 2023 – 131,882 miles
  • 2022 – 127,359 miles
  • 2021 – 109,331 miles
  • 2020 – 96,783 miles
  • 2019 – 89,491 miles
  • 2018 – 87,773 miles
  • 2017 – 81,585 miles
  • 2016 – 70,858 miles
  • 2015 – 49,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,898 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,898 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    144,898 miles
    Test number
    222368896167
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail144,897 miles (+8,154)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,897 miles
    Test number
    125705678544
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass136,743 miles (+4,861)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    136,743 miles
    Test number
    135594406283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever had limited reserve travel
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass131,882 miles (+4,523)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    131,882 miles
    Test number
    445947662809
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass127,359 miles (+7,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    127,359 miles
    Test number
    183828026123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass120,354 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    120,354 miles
    Test number
    347420370547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,339 miles (+11,008)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,339 miles
    Test number
    618742144249
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass109,331 miles (+12,548)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,331 miles
    Test number
    959483085322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,783 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    96,783 miles
    Test number
    938996463546
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail96,783 miles (+7,292)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,783 miles
    Test number
    800722664797
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (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 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass89,491 miles (+1,718)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    89,491 miles
    Test number
    191746254740
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass87,773 miles (+6,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    87,773 miles
    Test number
    352023529069
    • AdvisoryEML light on.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play tie rod. (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass81,585 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    81,585 miles
    Test number
    331322031871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack

  14. Fail81,585 miles (+10,727)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,585 miles
    Test number
    238281001128
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack

  15. Pass70,858 miles (+20,978)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    70,858 miles
    Test number
    236546535759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,880 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    49,880 miles
    Test number
    648604815028
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LP61 CMX

Does LP61 CMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 CMX is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 CMX?
The MOT on LP61 CMX is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 CMX done?
LP61 CMX was recorded at 144,898 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 8,277 miles a year.
Has LP61 CMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 CMX has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LP61 CMX 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 LP61 CMX find?
LP61 CMX passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside drag link end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear nail in tyre; offside drag link end ball joint has slight play.

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