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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LM52 BRVMOT history

LM52 BRV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 60,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

LM52 BRV blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
60,339 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 BRV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 BRV was last recorded at 60,339 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,334 miles · 5 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 60,339 miles
  • 2024 – 57,171 miles
  • 2023 – 52,728 miles
  • 2022 – 47,620 miles
  • 2021 – 42,587 miles
  • 2020 – 37,401 miles
  • 2019 – 32,523 miles
  • 2018 – 27,255 miles
  • 2017 – 25,006 miles
  • 2016 – 23,675 miles
  • 2015 – 23,007 miles
  • 2014 – 21,920 miles
  • 2013 – 21,139 miles
  • 2012 – 19,341 miles
  • 2011 – 18,605 miles
  • 2010 – 17,265 miles
  • 2009 – 13,765 miles
  • 2007 – 12,179 miles
  • 2006 – 11,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,339 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust box corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Outer cv gaiter oozing grease

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • EML on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

35 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,339 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    60,339 miles
    Test number
    581744424670
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded

  2. Fail60,334 miles (+3,163)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,334 miles
    Test number
    212061431013
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded

  3. Pass57,171 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    57,171 miles
    Test number
    901484188210
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded

  4. Fail57,171 miles (+4,443)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,171 miles
    Test number
    234340649625
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded

  5. Pass52,728 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    52,728 miles
    Test number
    731194038655
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail52,728 miles (+97)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,728 miles
    Test number
    148245936974
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail52,631 miles (+112)3 major1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,631 miles
    Test number
    760067826774
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer cv gaiter oozing grease
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryFog light tell tale comes on with foot brake
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to split
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer in poor condition

  8. Fail52,519 miles (+4,899)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,519 miles
    Test number
    660796245913
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced cloudy (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced cloudy (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer cv gaiter oozing grease
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to split
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer in poor condition

  9. Pass47,620 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    47,620 miles
    Test number
    918860797652
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer cv gaiter oozing grease
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight beams cloudy
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  10. Fail47,619 miles (+5,032)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,619 miles
    Test number
    540431367856
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced bulb not being held in (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working no pump (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer cv gaiter oozing grease
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight beams cloudy
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  11. Pass42,587 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    42,587 miles
    Test number
    694647428110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail42,587 miles (+5,186)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,587 miles
    Test number
    781303120500
    • 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))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass37,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    37,401 miles
    Test number
    521315719666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,401 miles (+4,878)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,401 miles
    Test number
    785797777992
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass32,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    32,523 miles
    Test number
    776844954981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail32,523 miles (+5,268)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,523 miles
    Test number
    442363808604
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

  17. Pass27,255 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    27,255 miles
    Test number
    500800171486
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  18. Fail27,255 miles (+1,148)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,255 miles
    Test number
    818816854687
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  19. Pass26,107 miles (+1,101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    26,107 miles
    Test number
    467742155531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is perished

  20. Pass25,006 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    25,006 miles
    Test number
    342210601876
    • AdvisoryService light is on

  21. Fail25,003 miles (+1,328)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,003 miles
    Test number
    921741753252
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is very perished and should be replaced
    • AdvisoryService light is on

  22. Pass23,675 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    23,675 miles
    Test number
    862557092284
    • AdvisoryFront Lower arm rear bush
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail23,675 miles (+668)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,675 miles
    Test number
    294884670174
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower arm rear bush
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass23,007 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    23,007 miles
    Test number
    608984405169
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes are perished and split
    • NoteFront nearside tyre is wearing on the outside edge
    • NoteRear nearside tyre is perished on the inside

  25. Fail23,007 miles (+1,087)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,007 miles
    Test number
    447074605148
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes are perished and split
    • NoteFront nearside tyre is wearing on the outside edge
    • NoteRear nearside tyre is perished on the inside

  26. Pass21,920 miles (+781)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    21,920 miles
    Test number
    137258074005
    • NoteBoth front lower wishbone rear bushes will need attention
    • NoteEmissions may need attention

  27. Pass21,139 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    21,139 miles
    Test number
    926037103124
    • NoteBoth front lower wishbone rear bushes are perished and split
    • NoteFront suspension is noisey

  28. Fail21,139 miles (+1,798)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,139 miles
    Test number
    208367603126
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBoth front lower wishbone rear bushes are perished and split
    • NoteRear offside tyre is perished

  29. Pass19,341 miles (+736)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    19,341 miles
    Test number
    955396392052
    • NoteFront anti roll bar inner bushes worn

  30. Pass18,605 miles (+1,340)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    18,605 miles
    Test number
    576417591029
    • NoteFront nearside lower arm rear bush perished
    • NoteFront offside anti roll bar inner bush worn
    • NoteRear centre stop light will soon need attention
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating
    • NoteRear offside tyre slightly perished

  31. Pass17,265 miles (+3,500)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    17,265 miles
    Test number
    690746790031
    • NoteFront offside inner anti-roll bar mounting is worn

  32. Pass13,765 miles (+1,586)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    13,765 miles
    Test number
    661581529030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass12,179 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    12,179 miles
    Test number
    232194537363
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Fail12,179 miles (+997)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,179 miles
    Test number
    400394937452
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  35. Pass11,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    11,182 miles
    Test number
    904778836352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 BRV

Does LM52 BRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 BRV is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM52 BRV?
The MOT on LM52 BRV is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 BRV done?
LM52 BRV was recorded at 60,339 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 2,598 miles a year.
Has LM52 BRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 BRV has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 BRV 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 BRV find?
LM52 BRV passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: offside rear coil spring corroded; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; exhaust box corroded.

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