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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LM52 DVWMOT history

LM52 DVW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 98,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2024.

LM52 DVW black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2025
Mileage
98,735 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 DVW
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
12 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 DVW was last recorded at 98,735 miles on 3 Dec 2024, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,726 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
4,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 98,735 miles
  • 2020 – 98,266 miles
  • 2019 – 98,073 miles
  • 2018 – 94,310 miles
  • 2017 – 88,047 miles
  • 2016 – 85,427 miles
  • 2015 – 79,632 miles
  • 2014 – 72,715 miles
  • 2013 – 66,451 miles
  • 2012 – 56,512 miles
  • 2011 – 49,706 miles
  • 2010 – 44,419 miles
  • 2009 – 36,073 miles
  • 2008 – 35,104 miles
  • 2007 – 28,173 miles
  • 2006 – 23,355 miles
  • 2005 – 20,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,735 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside + Offside (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seatbelt retract slowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both side mirrors case cover damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,735 miles (+9)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    98,735 miles
    Test number
    599792556067
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside + Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seatbelt retract slow
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail98,726 miles (+460)3 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,726 miles
    Test number
    477758713201
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn *rear bush* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside + Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seatbelt retract slow
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass98,266 miles (+19)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,266 miles
    Test number
    498082823817
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth side mirrors case cover damaged

  4. Fail98,247 miles (+174)1 dangerous7 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,247 miles
    Test number
    960892939441
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth side mirrors case cover damaged

  5. Pass98,073 miles (+3,763)5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,073 miles
    Test number
    773458592552
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing naerside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass94,310 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    94,310 miles
    Test number
    207580341299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail94,306 miles (+6,259)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,306 miles
    Test number
    832185310315
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass88,047 miles (+2,620)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    88,047 miles
    Test number
    351048819232
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside tread very low (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit slightly cracked (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBack exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass85,427 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    85,427 miles
    Test number
    227577289247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail85,394 miles (+5,762)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,394 miles
    Test number
    447164964607
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  11. Pass79,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,632 miles
    Test number
    775013419720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,627 miles (+6,912)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,627 miles
    Test number
    386291035823
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass72,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,715 miles
    Test number
    856233794223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,702 miles (+6,251)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,702 miles
    Test number
    469333794286
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass66,451 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,451 miles
    Test number
    617478993264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail66,451 miles (+9,939)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,451 miles
    Test number
    129868993214
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail56,512 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,512 miles
    Test number
    147852382239
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass56,512 miles (+6,806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    56,512 miles
    Test number
    437672282258
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass49,706 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,706 miles
    Test number
    186107791257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,590 miles (+5,171)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,590 miles
    Test number
    948814991243
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass44,419 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    44,419 miles
    Test number
    210243190220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,415 miles (+8,342)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,415 miles
    Test number
    873792090296
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  23. Pass36,073 miles (+969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    36,073 miles
    Test number
    130981889223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass35,104 miles (+6,931)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    35,104 miles
    Test number
    224969298278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  25. Pass28,173 miles (+4,818)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,173 miles
    Test number
    522368347385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,355 miles (+3,082)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    23,355 miles
    Test number
    430295956382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    20,273 miles
    Test number
    762825155391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 DVW

Does LM52 DVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 DVW expired on 2 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 DVW?
The MOT on LM52 DVW expired on 2 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 DVW done?
LM52 DVW was recorded at 98,735 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2024, an average of 4,140 miles a year.
Has LM52 DVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 DVW has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 DVW 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 DVW find?
LM52 DVW passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2024 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 5 more.

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