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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LM52 CYCMOT history

LM52 CYC is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 163,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2022.

LM52 CYC grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2023
Mileage
163,668 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 CYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 CYC was last recorded at 163,668 miles on 27 Jan 2022, 10,096 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jan 2013: 65,676 miles, lower than 555,901 miles on 25 Jan 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
153,572 miles · 25 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
10,096 miles
Average per year
9,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 163,668 miles
  • 2021 – 153,572 miles
  • 2020 – 148,788 miles
  • 2019 – 124,798 miles
  • 2018 – 104,054 miles
  • 2016 – 100,438 miles
  • 2015 – 88,336 miles
  • 2014 – 75,744 miles
  • 2013 – 65,676 miles
  • 2012 – 555,901 miles
  • 2011 – 45,589 miles
  • 2010 – 36,688 miles
  • 2009 – 31,490 miles
  • 2008 – 26,771 miles
  • 2007 – 21,837 miles
  • 2006 – 16,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,668 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    163,668 miles
    Test number
    102441815778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail163,666 miles (+10,094)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,666 miles
    Test number
    399110182208
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass153,572 miles (+4,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    153,572 miles
    Test number
    955984895815
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass148,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    148,788 miles
    Test number
    949242581336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail148,788 miles (+23,990)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,788 miles
    Test number
    566887697190
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass124,798 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    124,798 miles
    Test number
    110661436325
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail124,796 miles (+20,742)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,796 miles
    Test number
    262188043604
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass104,054 miles (+3,616)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    104,054 miles
    Test number
    927366491425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass100,438 miles (+3,833)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    100,438 miles
    Test number
    569655942908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,605 miles (+8,269)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    96,605 miles
    Test number
    214498324986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,336 miles (+12,592)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,336 miles
    Test number
    799066315066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  12. Pass75,744 miles (+10,068)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    75,744 miles
    Test number
    349925114000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,676 miles (-490,225)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,676 miles
    Test number
    889111113074
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edge
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriated

  14. Pass555,901 miles (+510,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    555,901 miles
    Test number
    149235222079
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass45,589 miles (+8,901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,589 miles
    Test number
    335184521073
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass36,688 miles (+5,198)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    36,688 miles
    Test number
    942807420033
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  17. Pass31,490 miles (+4,719)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    31,490 miles
    Test number
    982016829041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,771 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    26,771 miles
    Test number
    692353428031
    • NoteUnder car covered by plastic trays o/s & n/s & front to rear

  19. Fail26,767 miles (+4,930)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,767 miles
    Test number
    843211728057
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteUnder car covered by plastic trays o/s & n/s & front to rear

  20. Pass21,837 miles (+4,986)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    21,837 miles
    Test number
    392139127076
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder vehicle covered by plastic trims from front to rear o/s & n/s restricting view

  21. Pass16,851 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    16,851 miles
    Test number
    891695926045
    • NoteBoth floor sections covered by plastic trims

Questions about LM52 CYC

Does LM52 CYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 CYC expired on 28 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 CYC?
The MOT on LM52 CYC expired on 28 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 CYC done?
LM52 CYC was recorded at 163,668 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2022, an average of 9,173 miles a year.
Has LM52 CYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 CYC has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LM52 CYC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jan 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 CYC find?
LM52 CYC passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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