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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,422 cc

LM52 BPVMOT history

LM52 BPV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 149,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2025.

LM52 BPV silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2026
Mileage
149,485 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 BPV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 BPV was last recorded at 149,485 miles on 9 Jan 2025, 976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,509 miles · 3 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
976 miles
Average per year
5,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,485 miles
  • 2024 – 148,509 miles
  • 2022 – 147,543 miles
  • 2020 – 141,857 miles
  • 2019 – 137,925 miles
  • 2018 – 127,310 miles
  • 2017 – 116,223 miles
  • 2016 – 96,167 miles
  • 2015 – 75,646 miles
  • 2014 – 72,790 miles
  • 2013 – 69,843 miles
  • 2012 – 66,273 miles
  • 2011 – 62,515 miles
  • 2010 – 58,124 miles
  • 2009 – 54,084 miles
  • 2008 – 49,427 miles
  • 2007 – 46,996 miles
  • 2006 – 45,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,485 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust silencer rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,485 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    149,485 miles
    Test number
    413096204355
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail149,479 miles (+970)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,479 miles
    Test number
    236443454692
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass148,509 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    148,509 miles
    Test number
    839019942544
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDE (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working 1/2
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Silencer deteriorated

  4. Fail148,509 miles (+966)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,509 miles
    Test number
    229526821304
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH SIDE (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced BOTH SIDE (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front 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 Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDE (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working 1/2
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Silencer deteriorated

  5. Pass147,543 miles (+1,274)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    147,543 miles
    Test number
    761512887313
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all underside components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass146,269 miles (+4,412)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    146,269 miles
    Test number
    564040416534
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass141,857 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,857 miles
    Test number
    670974652376
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer rusty

  8. Fail141,857 miles (+3,932)5 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,857 miles
    Test number
    349130162863
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer rusty

  9. Pass137,925 miles (+4,398)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    137,925 miles
    Test number
    381622704168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn on edges and only 2mm left. 185/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn on edges and only 2mm left. (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass133,527 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    133,527 miles
    Test number
    837439096322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Only 2mm left. 185/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail133,527 miles (+6,217)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,527 miles
    Test number
    370833400714
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Only 2mm left. 185/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass127,310 miles (+11,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    127,310 miles
    Test number
    984935039550
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Badly worn on edges. 185/60x14 (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass116,223 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    116,223 miles
    Test number
    167486989398
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail116,223 miles (+20,056)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,223 miles
    Test number
    217521523512
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass96,167 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    96,167 miles
    Test number
    298884526402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail96,164 miles (+20,518)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,164 miles
    Test number
    865294460279
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear inner (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear inner (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass75,646 miles (+2,856)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,646 miles
    Test number
    589390315076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  18. Pass72,790 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,790 miles
    Test number
    235563144094
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail72,790 miles (+2,947)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,790 miles
    Test number
    799623144096
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass69,843 miles (+3,570)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    69,843 miles
    Test number
    895114543044
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNo plate light dim

  21. Pass66,273 miles (+3,758)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,273 miles
    Test number
    908181942042
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass62,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    62,515 miles
    Test number
    807984321073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail62,512 miles (+4,388)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,512 miles
    Test number
    786884121094
    • FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass58,124 miles (+4,040)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,124 miles
    Test number
    130612440401
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass54,084 miles (+4,657)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    54,084 miles
    Test number
    443530849020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass49,427 miles (+2,431)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    49,427 miles
    Test number
    523522048094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,996 miles (+1,212)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    46,996 miles
    Test number
    102055127083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass45,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,784 miles
    Test number
    353937436069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail45,777 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,777 miles
    Test number
    212237036059
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LM52 BPV

Does LM52 BPV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 BPV expired on 9 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 BPV?
The MOT on LM52 BPV expired on 9 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 BPV done?
LM52 BPV was recorded at 149,485 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2025, an average of 5,480 miles a year.
Has LM52 BPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 BPV has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 BPV 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 LM52 BPV find?
LM52 BPV passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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