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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LC02 VTKMOT history

LC02 VTK is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Jun 2002. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 79,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

LC02 VTK silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2026
Mileage
79,527 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC02 VTK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC02 VTK was last recorded at 79,527 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 1,886 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,641 miles · 29 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,886 miles
Average per year
3,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,527 miles
  • 2025 – 77,641 miles
  • 2024 – 74,388 miles
  • 2023 – 71,790 miles
  • 2022 – 69,975 miles
  • 2021 – 69,975 miles
  • 2020 – 69,346 miles
  • 2019 – 67,324 miles
  • 2018 – 67,256 miles
  • 2017 – 65,648 miles
  • 2016 – 64,314 miles
  • 2015 – 58,214 miles
  • 2014 – 52,560 miles
  • 2013 – 46,854 miles
  • 2012 – 40,234 miles
  • 2011 – 36,916 miles
  • 2009 – 30,367 miles
  • 2008 – 24,406 miles
  • 2007 – 20,207 miles
  • 2006 – 17,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail79,527 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear facing) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEngine light on. brake pad warning light on.

What MOT failures 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.

  • Brake pad warning light on.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail79,527 miles (+1,886)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,527 miles
    Test number
    561069304259
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear facing) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on. brake pad warning light on.

  2. Pass77,641 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    77,641 miles
    Test number
    515011324112
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (rear facing) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades slightly worn.

  3. Fail77,641 miles (+3,253)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,641 miles
    Test number
    644285134102
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (rear facing) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades slightly worn.

  4. Pass74,388 miles (+2,598)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    74,388 miles
    Test number
    832088526246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on.

  5. Pass71,790 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,790 miles
    Test number
    744136874840
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on.

  6. Fail71,790 miles (+1,815)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,790 miles
    Test number
    123252177789
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on.

  7. Pass69,975 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,975 miles
    Test number
    437030837698
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail69,975 miles3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,975 miles
    Test number
    631330665399
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass69,975 miles (+629)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    69,975 miles
    Test number
    798864069744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass69,346 miles (+2,022)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,346 miles
    Test number
    460434899443
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass67,324 miles (+68)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    67,324 miles
    Test number
    891531887194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on.

  12. Fail67,256 miles (+1,608)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,256 miles
    Test number
    326865609683
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on.

  13. Pass65,648 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    65,648 miles
    Test number
    726662359413
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly damaged. brake pad warning light on.

  14. Fail65,648 miles (+1,334)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,648 miles
    Test number
    361345257943
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly damaged. brake pad warning light on.

  15. Pass64,314 miles (+6,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,314 miles
    Test number
    210976518434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass58,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,214 miles
    Test number
    837202465180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,214 miles (+5,654)4 failures2 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,214 miles
    Test number
    836691165179
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on.
    • NoteEML on.
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass52,560 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,560 miles
    Test number
    369833284176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pad light on
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to perrish and getting low

  19. Fail52,558 miles (+5,704)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,558 miles
    Test number
    506643184168
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pad light on
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to perrish and getting low

  20. Pass46,854 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,854 miles
    Test number
    469820693177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail46,854 miles (+6,620)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,854 miles
    Test number
    168880993116
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  22. Pass40,234 miles (+3,318)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,234 miles
    Test number
    115215562028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,916 miles (+6,549)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    36,916 miles
    Test number
    508304701008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    30,367 miles
    Test number
    711230509385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,367 miles (+5,961)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,367 miles
    Test number
    871210409374
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteBoth rear indicators losing colour
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteLong parking brake travel
    • NoteO/sf tyre worn low

  26. Pass24,406 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    24,406 miles
    Test number
    520286278228
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre outter wall damaged but no cords showing
    • NoteHand brake adjustment could be better

  27. Fail24,406 miles (+4,199)1 failure3 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,406 miles
    Test number
    564365778229
    • FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre outter wall damaged but no cords showing
    • NoteHand brake adjustment could be better

  28. Pass20,207 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    20,207 miles
    Test number
    654904997160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass17,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    17,510 miles
    Test number
    394459776107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC02 VTK

Does LC02 VTK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC02 VTK expired on 18 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC02 VTK?
The MOT on LC02 VTK expired on 18 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC02 VTK done?
LC02 VTK was recorded at 79,527 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 3,135 miles a year.
Has LC02 VTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC02 VTK has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LC02 VTK 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 LC02 VTK find?
LC02 VTK failed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 9 major defects and 3 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 9 more.

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