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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LC52 ZMXMOT history

LC52 ZMX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 89,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LC52 ZMX silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,731 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 ZMX
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
20 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 ZMX was last recorded at 89,731 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 12,972 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,759 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,972 miles
Average per year
3,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,731 miles
  • 2025 – 76,759 miles
  • 2024 – 70,037 miles
  • 2023 – 66,874 miles
  • 2022 – 61,957 miles
  • 2021 – 57,738 miles
  • 2020 – 50,273 miles
  • 2019 – 42,527 miles
  • 2018 – 35,969 miles
  • 2017 – 30,601 miles
  • 2016 – 24,147 miles
  • 2013 – 24,064 miles
  • 2011 – 23,017 miles
  • 2010 – 22,260 miles
  • 2009 – 21,179 miles
  • 2008 – 18,888 miles
  • 2007 – 16,336 miles
  • 2006 – 14,400 miles
  • 2005 – 11,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,731 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Coolant leak Drivers side of engine bay, exact location unknown

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,731 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,731 miles
    Test number
    984218212339
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail89,731 miles (+12,972)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,731 miles
    Test number
    885030956028
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass76,759 miles (+6,722)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,759 miles
    Test number
    129569975670
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass70,037 miles (+3,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    70,037 miles
    Test number
    100059564947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass66,874 miles (+4,917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    66,874 miles
    Test number
    856064237485
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass61,957 miles (+4,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    61,957 miles
    Test number
    251766929173
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  7. Pass57,738 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    57,738 miles
    Test number
    313466688324
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Drivers side of engine bay, exact location unknown
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail57,738 miles (+7,465)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,738 miles
    Test number
    583134947435
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure Bulb insecure in headlamp, retaining clip missing (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Drivers side of engine bay, exact location unknown
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass50,273 miles (+7,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    50,273 miles
    Test number
    531429444828
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass42,527 miles (+6,558)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    42,527 miles
    Test number
    243408776128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,969 miles (+5,368)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    35,969 miles
    Test number
    505936909376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,601 miles (+6,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    30,601 miles
    Test number
    433024300937
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi joint deteriorating
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has long travel

  13. Pass24,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    24,147 miles
    Test number
    925990520517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail24,147 miles (+83)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,147 miles
    Test number
    129075444750
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass24,064 miles (+1,047)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    24,064 miles
    Test number
    219316403159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,017 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    23,017 miles
    Test number
    856061241362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,260 miles (+1,081)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    22,260 miles
    Test number
    903780950395
    • NoteCuts in nearside front tyre outer wall

  18. Pass21,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    21,179 miles
    Test number
    303688139333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail21,179 miles (+2,291)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,179 miles
    Test number
    464177839436
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber 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)

  20. Pass18,888 miles (+2,552)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    18,888 miles
    Test number
    442450638457
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes perished and starting to split
    • NoteCuts in nearside front tyre outer wall

  21. Pass16,336 miles (+1,936)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    16,336 miles
    Test number
    963934847335
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre outer wall
    • NoteDamage to nearside front

  22. Pass14,400 miles (+2,974)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    14,400 miles
    Test number
    533315946308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    11,426 miles
    Test number
    363543345327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 ZMX

Does LC52 ZMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC52 ZMX is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC52 ZMX?
The MOT on LC52 ZMX is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC52 ZMX done?
LC52 ZMX was recorded at 89,731 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 3,842 miles a year.
Has LC52 ZMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 ZMX has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LC52 ZMX 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 ZMX find?
LC52 ZMX passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front all direction indicators slightly discoloured, and 3 more.

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