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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LL52 GMZMOT history

LL52 GMZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 145,115 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2022.

LL52 GMZ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2022
Mileage
145,115 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL52 GMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL52 GMZ was last recorded at 145,115 miles on 28 Jan 2022, 1,117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,998 miles · 22 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
1,117 miles
Average per year
6,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 145,115 miles
  • 2021 – 143,998 miles
  • 2020 – 139,945 miles
  • 2019 – 137,105 miles
  • 2018 – 136,290 miles
  • 2017 – 128,332 miles
  • 2016 – 125,420 miles
  • 2015 – 118,646 miles
  • 2014 – 112,983 miles
  • 2013 – 105,252 miles
  • 2012 – 98,232 miles
  • 2011 – 88,661 miles
  • 2010 – 80,453 miles
  • 2009 – 70,795 miles
  • 2008 – 59,128 miles
  • 2007 – 48,305 miles
  • 2006 – 34,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,115 miles
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Engine covers/undertrays

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front seat belt slow on retraction

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,115 miles (+1,117)7 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,115 miles
    Test number
    727631785556
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass143,998 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    143,998 miles
    Test number
    306387377604
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe ferrulls corroding
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses fading
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  3. Fail143,998 miles (+4,053)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,998 miles
    Test number
    259213036010
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe ferrulls corroding
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses fading
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  4. Pass139,945 miles (+2,840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    139,945 miles
    Test number
    981359279519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe ferrulls corroding

  5. Pass137,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    137,105 miles
    Test number
    188752241569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail137,105 miles (+815)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,105 miles
    Test number
    662318780946
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryThree bolt cat fixing to downpipe has one fixing broken and sealant used.

  7. Pass136,290 miles (+28)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    136,290 miles
    Test number
    954178371788
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/undertrays
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit perishing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt slow on retraction
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component by rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  8. Fail136,262 miles (+7,930)11 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,262 miles
    Test number
    923904368903
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone consol bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut to cords (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint Drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut to cords (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Light cluster (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour White light showing at an angle due to damage (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel Pulled up to max while testing brakes (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/undertrays
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt slow on retraction
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone consol bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component by rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  9. Pass128,332 miles (+2,912)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    128,332 miles
    Test number
    792884576684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass125,420 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    125,420 miles
    Test number
    234576063732
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  11. Fail125,420 miles (+6,774)3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,420 miles
    Test number
    494929299276
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  12. Pass118,646 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    118,646 miles
    Test number
    773104278535
    • AdvisoryEngine temperature warning light on
    • AdvisoryMIL On
    • AdvisoryNearside front 165/65 x 14 tyre worn very heavily on outer edge. Recommend replacement and tracking.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer very poor condition

  13. Fail118,646 miles (+5,663)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,646 miles
    Test number
    975173665407
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine temperature warning light on
    • AdvisoryMIL On
    • AdvisoryNearside front 165/65 x 14 tyre worn very heavily on outer edge. Recommend replacement and tracking.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer very poor condition

  14. Pass112,983 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    112,983 miles
    Test number
    985492114278
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  15. Fail112,983 miles (+7,731)1 failure1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,983 miles
    Test number
    216002414220
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  16. Pass105,252 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    105,252 miles
    Test number
    337150513217
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low on edges
    • NoteFront aanti roll bar fouling on part of vehicle at off side front
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  17. Fail105,252 miles (+7,020)1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,252 miles
    Test number
    517280113268
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low on edges
    • NoteFront aanti roll bar fouling on part of vehicle at off side front
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  18. Pass98,232 miles (+9,571)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    98,232 miles
    Test number
    168633422207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteSteering fault light on

  19. Pass88,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    88,661 miles
    Test number
    559640131136
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail88,661 miles (+8,208)5 dangerous3 failures2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,661 miles
    Test number
    286269821493
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  21. Pass80,453 miles (+9,658)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    80,453 miles
    Test number
    732222060039
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass70,795 miles (+11,667)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    70,795 miles
    Test number
    364313769077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePLAY IN N/S/F TOP STRUT MOUNT BEARING/ BUSH NEAR LIMIT.
    • NoteREAR BRAKE IMBALANCE NEAR LIMIT

  23. Pass59,128 miles (+10,823)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    59,128 miles
    Test number
    422033958075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,305 miles (+13,355)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,305 miles
    Test number
    783603557008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,950 miles
    Test number
    800509466028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail34,950 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,950 miles
    Test number
    203309566019
    • 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)

Questions about LL52 GMZ

Does LL52 GMZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL52 GMZ expired on 21 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL52 GMZ?
The MOT on LL52 GMZ expired on 21 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL52 GMZ done?
LL52 GMZ was recorded at 145,115 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2022, an average of 6,934 miles a year.
Has LL52 GMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL52 GMZ has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LL52 GMZ 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 LL52 GMZ find?
LL52 GMZ failed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2022 with 7 major defects, 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 7 more.

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