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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LC52 ZMUMOT history

LC52 ZMU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 112,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2024.

LC52 ZMU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2025
Mileage
112,096 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2024
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 ZMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 ZMU was last recorded at 112,096 miles on 8 Jul 2024, 184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,912 miles · 27 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
184 miles
Average per year
5,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 112,096 miles
  • 2023 – 108,919 miles
  • 2022 – 106,303 miles
  • 2021 – 102,521 miles
  • 2020 – 98,409 miles
  • 2019 – 92,670 miles
  • 2018 – 88,075 miles
  • 2017 – 82,361 miles
  • 2016 – 73,156 miles
  • 2015 – 61,996 miles
  • 2014 – 52,729 miles
  • 2013 – 49,440 miles
  • 2012 – 46,237 miles
  • 2011 – 41,381 miles
  • 2010 – 36,663 miles
  • 2008 – 32,712 miles
  • 2007 – 22,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,096 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,096 miles (+184)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    112,096 miles
    Test number
    118780268911
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail111,912 miles (+2,993)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,912 miles
    Test number
    199835548934
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,919 miles (+2,616)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    108,919 miles
    Test number
    535015744857
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass106,303 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,303 miles
    Test number
    949613152563
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Fail106,276 miles (+3,755)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,276 miles
    Test number
    772759323287
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Pass102,521 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    102,521 miles
    Test number
    480292043185
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail102,521 miles (+4,112)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,521 miles
    Test number
    981316980627
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass98,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,409 miles
    Test number
    512544437986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail98,405 miles (+5,735)2 dangerous1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,405 miles
    Test number
    256046577408
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass92,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,670 miles
    Test number
    989959329757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail92,670 miles (+4,595)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,670 miles
    Test number
    638844464500
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass88,075 miles (+211)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    88,075 miles
    Test number
    414348171326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail87,864 miles (+5,503)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,864 miles
    Test number
    289960364801
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass82,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    82,361 miles
    Test number
    975268754328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,361 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,361 miles
    Test number
    398086837552
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Fail82,361 miles (+9,205)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,361 miles
    Test number
    772326282698
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass73,156 miles (+11,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,156 miles
    Test number
    643511986692
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass61,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    61,996 miles
    Test number
    998841935033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,992 miles (+9,263)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,992 miles
    Test number
    187911435081
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres tread low on inner edges and close to minimum requirements

  20. Pass52,729 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    52,729 miles
    Test number
    477704924073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,440 miles (+3,203)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    49,440 miles
    Test number
    709197403042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    46,237 miles
    Test number
    156862532482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,237 miles (+4,856)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,237 miles
    Test number
    466111532096
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass41,381 miles (+4,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    41,381 miles
    Test number
    636893511044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass36,663 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    36,663 miles
    Test number
    202215020091
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail36,647 miles (+3,935)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,647 miles
    Test number
    613739210015
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush deteriorating.

  27. Pass32,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,712 miles
    Test number
    634842858321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail32,712 miles (+5,373)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,712 miles
    Test number
    514972758330
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  29. Pass27,339 miles (+4,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    27,339 miles
    Test number
    173467008015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass22,884 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,884 miles
    Test number
    892916807055
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront antirollbar corroded

Questions about LC52 ZMU

Does LC52 ZMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC52 ZMU expired on 7 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC52 ZMU?
The MOT on LC52 ZMU expired on 7 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC52 ZMU done?
LC52 ZMU was recorded at 112,096 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2024, an average of 5,097 miles a year.
Has LC52 ZMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 ZMU has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LC52 ZMU 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 LC52 ZMU find?
LC52 ZMU passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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