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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LM52 DWVMOT history

LM52 DWV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 91,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

LM52 DWV silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jan 2027
Mileage
91,727 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 DWV
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
9 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 DWV was last recorded at 91,727 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 4,581 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,146 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,581 miles
Average per year
3,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,727 miles
  • 2023 – 81,442 miles
  • 2022 – 78,685 miles
  • 2021 – 74,566 miles
  • 2020 – 73,207 miles
  • 2019 – 69,464 miles
  • 2018 – 64,293 miles
  • 2017 – 58,957 miles
  • 2016 – 51,875 miles
  • 2014 – 44,967 miles
  • 2013 – 40,851 miles
  • 2012 – 38,680 miles
  • 2011 – 37,732 miles
  • 2010 – 34,472 miles
  • 2009 – 31,161 miles
  • 2008 – 27,401 miles
  • 2007 – 22,981 miles
  • 2006 – 20,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,727 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear as chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,727 miles (+4,581)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    91,727 miles
    Test number
    448021923852
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear as chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass87,146 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    87,146 miles
    Test number
    182508917045
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail87,146 miles (+5,704)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,146 miles
    Test number
    835143427544
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass81,442 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    81,442 miles
    Test number
    565630748837
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output polish (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail81,442 miles (+2,757)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,442 miles
    Test number
    617673892007
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output polish (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass78,685 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    78,685 miles
    Test number
    108942790798
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both polish (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail78,685 miles (+4,119)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,685 miles
    Test number
    925277060859
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both polish (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass74,566 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    74,566 miles
    Test number
    263297593688
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail74,566 miles (+1,359)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,566 miles
    Test number
    638669542674
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass73,207 miles (+3,743)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    73,207 miles
    Test number
    867044384916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,464 miles (+5,171)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,464 miles
    Test number
    129886194893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,293 miles (+5,336)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    64,293 miles
    Test number
    230291665211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,957 miles (+7,082)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,957 miles
    Test number
    858994056587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,875 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    51,875 miles
    Test number
    563155832169
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail51,843 miles (+6,876)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,843 miles
    Test number
    609537862112
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass44,967 miles (+4,116)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    44,967 miles
    Test number
    327635444376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,851 miles (+2,171)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    40,851 miles
    Test number
    306155543350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,680 miles (+948)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,680 miles
    Test number
    369341742377
    • NoteRear tyres inner and outer sidewalls starting to crack and deteriorate

  19. Pass37,732 miles (+3,260)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,732 miles
    Test number
    546896141303
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has sidewall cracks.

  20. Pass34,472 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,472 miles
    Test number
    313335340306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Fail34,447 miles (+3,286)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,447 miles
    Test number
    774353040351
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass31,161 miles (+3,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    31,161 miles
    Test number
    360608229367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass27,401 miles (+4,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,401 miles
    Test number
    964316848328
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass22,981 miles (+2,738)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    22,981 miles
    Test number
    983834647356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    20,243 miles
    Test number
    701119136357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 DWV

Does LM52 DWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 DWV is valid until 3 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 DWV?
The MOT on LM52 DWV is valid until 3 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 DWV done?
LM52 DWV was recorded at 91,727 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 3,754 miles a year.
Has LM52 DWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 DWV has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 DWV 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 DWV find?
LM52 DWV passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear as chalked; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides.

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