
Volkswagen Polo
Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc
LM52 BTFMOT history
LM52 BTF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 103,485 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2021.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 8 Nov 2022
- Mileage
- 103,485 mi
- At MOT on 9 Nov 2021
- MOT tests
- 24
- 16 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 4,693 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LM52 BTF
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 13 Dec 2002
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 8 Nov 2022
- Latest MOT test
- 9 Nov 2021 (Pass)
Mileage history
LM52 BTF was last recorded at 103,485 miles on 9 Nov 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2021.
- Previous MOT
- 103,485 miles · 8 Nov 2021
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 4,693 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2021 – 103,485 miles
- 2020 – 97,783 miles
- 2019 – 92,227 miles
- 2018 – 81,150 miles
- 2017 – 71,620 miles
- 2016 – 59,177 miles
- 2015 – 57,973 miles
- 2014 – 48,448 miles
- 2013 – 41,663 miles
- 2012 – 37,184 miles
- 2011 – 33,480 miles
- 2010 – 32,599 miles
- 2009 – 32,104 miles
- 2008 – 31,424 miles
- 2007 – 30,549 miles
- 2006 – 29,624 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020
Brake pad warning lamp illuminated.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Front anti-roll bar misaligned.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2020
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
24 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass103,485 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 103,485 miles
- Test number
- 179119024246
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Fail103,485 miles (+5,702)2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,485 miles
- Test number
- 211480816313
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Pass97,783 miles4 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 97,783 miles
- Test number
- 376576458636
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Upper segment inoperative. (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Upper segment inoperative. (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated.
- AdvisoryFront anti-roll bar misaligned.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside brake pad sensor wire not connected.
- AdvisoryNearside headlamp aim blurry/deteriorated.
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Fail97,783 miles (+5,556)1 dangerous5 major4 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,783 miles
- Test number
- 276610862679
- DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake performance not tested Vehicle over heated during the CAT test. (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorEmissions not tested Failed BET test and over heated during the first part of the full CAT test. (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Upper segment inoperative. (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Upper segment inoperative. (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated.
- AdvisoryFront anti-roll bar misaligned.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside brake pad sensor wire not connected.
- AdvisoryNearside headlamp aim blurry/deteriorated.
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Pass92,227 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 92,227 miles
- Test number
- 150612729599
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail92,227 miles (+11,077)5 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,227 miles
- Test number
- 291804246192
- MajorElectronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))
- MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Tailbox and middle section (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass81,150 miles (+5)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 81,150 miles
- Test number
- 869561547652
- AdvisoryNearside Damage to nearside mirror housing
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Drop link (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
Fail81,145 miles (+9,525)3 dangerous11 failures7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,145 miles
- Test number
- 977798030464
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre size 165/70R14 (4.1.E.1)
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Damage to outer wall (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
- FailureFront Anti-roll bar severely distorted Roll bar fouling on front sub frame (2.4.G.1)
- FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Split (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on
- AdvisoryEngine oil low
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Damage to nearside mirror housing
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Drop link (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to become detached Brake pad wear sensor missing/not connected (1.9.2b)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
Pass71,620 miles (+48)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 71,620 miles
- Test number
- 462273459468
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
Fail71,572 miles (+12,395)3 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,572 miles
- Test number
- 945797163063
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
Pass59,177 miles (+1,204)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 59,177 miles
- Test number
- 250884998759
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,973 miles1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 16 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 57,973 miles
- Test number
- 139176775091
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
- NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished
- NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded scored and pitted
Fail57,973 miles (+9,525)5 failures2 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 57,973 miles
- Test number
- 116843475001
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
- NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished
- NoteOffside rear caliper handbrake arm not fully returning
- NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded scored and pitted
- NoteYellow eml lamp permantly on
Pass48,448 miles (+6,785)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 48,448 miles
- Test number
- 435420974075
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass41,663 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 41,663 miles
- Test number
- 469516953068
- AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
Fail41,663 miles (+4,479)7 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 41,663 miles
- Test number
- 136536553063
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
- FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
Pass37,184 miles (+3,704)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 37,184 miles
- Test number
- 938635342030
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,480 miles (+881)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 33,480 miles
- Test number
- 976027521089
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Pass32,599 miles (+495)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 32,599 miles
- Test number
- 301037430018
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,104 miles (+680)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 32,104 miles
- Test number
- 993772959060
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,424 miles (+875)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 31,424 miles
- Test number
- 823386058083
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass30,549 miles (+925)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 30,549 miles
- Test number
- 873620347040
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,624 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 29,624 miles
- Test number
- 761236846085
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail29,624 miles1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 29,624 miles
- Test number
- 792084546054
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
Questions about LM52 BTF
- Does LM52 BTF currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LM52 BTF expired on 8 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LM52 BTF?
- The MOT on LM52 BTF expired on 8 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LM52 BTF done?
- LM52 BTF was recorded at 103,485 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2021, an average of 4,693 miles a year.
- Has LM52 BTF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LM52 BTF has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2021.
- Has the mileage on LM52 BTF 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 BTF find?
- LM52 BTF passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2021 with 3 advisories: nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy; offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside track rod end ball joint has slight play.
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