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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

2552 MTMOT history

2552 MT is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 95,926 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

2552 MT grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
95,926 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2552 MT
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

2552 MT was last recorded at 95,926 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 2,261 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
93,665 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,261 miles
Average per year
4,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,926 miles
  • 2025 – 93,665 miles
  • 2024 – 91,031 miles
  • 2023 – 87,955 miles
  • 2022 – 85,579 miles
  • 2021 – 83,512 miles
  • 2020 – 81,459 miles
  • 2019 – 77,965 miles
  • 2018 – 70,554 miles
  • 2017 – 63,998 miles
  • 2016 – 58,345 miles
  • 2015 – 53,081 miles
  • 2014 – 45,254 miles
  • 2013 – 39,905 miles
  • 2012 – 33,469 miles
  • 2011 – 29,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,926 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside washer pipe split
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle corroded (5.3.3 (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.

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 29 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,926 miles (+2,261)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    95,926 miles
    Test number
    611775936773
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer pipe split
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass93,665 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    93,665 miles
    Test number
    916284863283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 195/55 r15 85v (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail93,663 miles (+2,632)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,663 miles
    Test number
    216474579092
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated has play too (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 195/55 r15 85v (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass91,031 miles (+3,076)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    91,031 miles
    Test number
    729322054844
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated travel (1.1.6 (d))

  5. Pass87,955 miles (+2,376)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,955 miles
    Test number
    378170996998
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 195/55r15 85v (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Pass85,579 miles (+2,067)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,579 miles
    Test number
    743051231053
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess park brake cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated travel (1.1.6 (d))

  7. Pass83,512 miles (+2,053)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    83,512 miles
    Test number
    734251135858
    • AdvisoryRear axle (torsion beam) corroded both sides at bush eyes
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4, fronts wearing on edges, nearside rear slight scalloping (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo pipe has been repaired but effective

  8. Pass81,459 miles (+3,494)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,459 miles
    Test number
    234702072694
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass77,965 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,965 miles
    Test number
    999301875065
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail77,965 miles (+7,411)2 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,965 miles
    Test number
    569086132952
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass70,554 miles (+6,556)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    70,554 miles
    Test number
    881167274242
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass63,998 miles (+5,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    63,998 miles
    Test number
    492146639158
    • AdvisoryFront Upper brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner edge (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass58,345 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    58,345 miles
    Test number
    809024835300
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Fail58,345 miles (+5,264)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,345 miles
    Test number
    677352964418
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass53,081 miles (+7,827)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    53,081 miles
    Test number
    817776316873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,254 miles (+5,349)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    45,254 miles
    Test number
    199970884218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,905 miles (+6,436)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    39,905 miles
    Test number
    719978983281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,469 miles (+4,469)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    33,469 miles
    Test number
    649354782215
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass29,000 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    29,000 miles
    Test number
    645792401349
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about 2552 MT

What vehicle is registration 2552 MT currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2552 MT on a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Dec 2008. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 2552 MT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 2552 MT is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 2552 MT?
The MOT on 2552 MT is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 2552 MT done?
2552 MT was recorded at 95,926 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 4,481 miles a year.
Has 2552 MT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2552 MT has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on 2552 MT 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 2552 MT find?
2552 MT passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms corroded, and 2 more.

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