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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LM52 DHLMOT history

LM52 DHL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 123,464 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

LM52 DHL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2027
Mileage
123,464 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 DHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 DHL was last recorded at 123,464 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 8,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,410 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,054 miles
Average per year
5,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,464 miles
  • 2025 – 115,410 miles
  • 2024 – 103,904 miles
  • 2023 – 91,812 miles
  • 2022 – 79,408 miles
  • 2021 – 67,927 miles
  • 2020 – 58,756 miles
  • 2019 – 44,148 miles
  • 2018 – 43,232 miles
  • 2017 – 42,195 miles
  • 2016 – 41,003 miles
  • 2015 – 39,563 miles
  • 2014 – 38,733 miles
  • 2013 – 37,155 miles
  • 2012 – 36,535 miles
  • 2011 – 34,767 miles
  • 2010 – 32,277 miles
  • 2009 – 30,288 miles
  • 2008 – 28,216 miles
  • 2007 – 26,201 miles
  • 2006 – 22,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,464 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    123,464 miles
    Test number
    108985904639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,461 miles (+8,051)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,461 miles
    Test number
    957791742258
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass115,410 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    115,410 miles
    Test number
    301480017215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail115,410 miles (+11,506)1 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,410 miles
    Test number
    738833906191
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass103,904 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    103,904 miles
    Test number
    803012275231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail103,904 miles (+12,092)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,904 miles
    Test number
    831484167053
    • 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))
    • MajorLower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass91,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    91,812 miles
    Test number
    458386947781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail91,812 miles (+12,404)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,812 miles
    Test number
    994143007528
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass79,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    79,408 miles
    Test number
    730925078322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail79,408 miles (+11,481)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,408 miles
    Test number
    101406184823
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass67,927 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    67,927 miles
    Test number
    101133214235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail67,927 miles (+9,171)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,927 miles
    Test number
    543591313499
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass58,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    58,756 miles
    Test number
    722767886108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,755 miles (+14,607)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,755 miles
    Test number
    663388090175
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass44,148 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    44,148 miles
    Test number
    241241882479
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  16. Fail44,148 miles (+916)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,148 miles
    Test number
    736436793848
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  17. Pass43,232 miles (+1,037)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    43,232 miles
    Test number
    952379437229
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass42,195 miles (+1,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    42,195 miles
    Test number
    813161802699
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  19. Pass41,003 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    41,003 miles
    Test number
    884203509591
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  20. Fail41,003 miles (+1,440)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,003 miles
    Test number
    841618668224
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  21. Pass39,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    39,563 miles
    Test number
    166538195060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail39,563 miles (+830)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,563 miles
    Test number
    816728795067
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass38,733 miles (+1,578)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    38,733 miles
    Test number
    776693614188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,155 miles (+620)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,155 miles
    Test number
    425482523159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,535 miles (+1,768)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    36,535 miles
    Test number
    768435942334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,767 miles (+2,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    34,767 miles
    Test number
    506403541330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  27. Pass32,277 miles (+1,989)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    32,277 miles
    Test number
    930325340382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  28. Pass30,288 miles (+2,072)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,288 miles
    Test number
    294393649326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,216 miles (+2,015)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    28,216 miles
    Test number
    982007448318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass26,201 miles (+3,729)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    26,201 miles
    Test number
    612036047386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass22,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    22,472 miles
    Test number
    101757846346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 DHL

Does LM52 DHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 DHL is valid until 1 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 DHL?
The MOT on LM52 DHL is valid until 1 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 DHL done?
LM52 DHL was recorded at 123,464 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 5,091 miles a year.
Has LM52 DHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 DHL has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 DHL 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 DHL find?
LM52 DHL passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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