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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LM52 EFGMOT history

LM52 EFG is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 93,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LM52 EFG silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
93,116 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 EFG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 EFG was last recorded at 93,116 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 3,056 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,060 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,056 miles
Average per year
2,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,116 miles
  • 2025 – 90,060 miles
  • 2024 – 87,538 miles
  • 2023 – 85,394 miles
  • 2022 – 83,243 miles
  • 2021 – 79,442 miles
  • 2020 – 78,105 miles
  • 2019 – 76,542 miles
  • 2018 – 74,462 miles
  • 2017 – 72,041 miles
  • 2016 – 69,592 miles
  • 2015 – 66,998 miles
  • 2014 – 64,274 miles
  • 2013 – 61,754 miles
  • 2012 – 58,529 miles
  • 2011 – 54,561 miles
  • 2010 – 50,683 miles
  • 2009 – 47,661 miles
  • 2008 – 44,448 miles
  • 2007 – 39,297 miles
  • 2006 – 33,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,116 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,116 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    93,116 miles
    Test number
    658165517389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail93,114 miles (+3,054)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,114 miles
    Test number
    164583322460
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass90,060 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,060 miles
    Test number
    571127515884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail90,060 miles (+2,522)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,060 miles
    Test number
    691971926318
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass87,538 miles (+2,144)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    87,538 miles
    Test number
    431689622010
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass85,394 miles (+2,151)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    85,394 miles
    Test number
    675642186717
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass83,243 miles (+3,801)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    83,243 miles
    Test number
    387921002532
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass79,442 miles (+1,337)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    79,442 miles
    Test number
    887991078616
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s seat belts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass78,105 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,105 miles
    Test number
    822654461459
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also entire exhaust system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp slight bad earth (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear n/s and o/s seat belts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components had heavy surface corrosion

  10. Fail78,105 miles (+1,563)2 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,105 miles
    Test number
    588135488099
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also entire exhaust system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp slight bad earth (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear registration lamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear n/s and o/s seat belts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components had heavy surface corrosion

  11. Pass76,542 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,542 miles
    Test number
    622980309771
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded in various areas

  12. Fail76,542 miles (+2,080)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,542 miles
    Test number
    766407027199
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded in various areas

  13. Pass74,462 miles (+2,421)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    74,462 miles
    Test number
    947879241041
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer very slight deterioration of C.V. boot
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on various areas of exhaust system.

  14. Pass72,041 miles (+2,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    72,041 miles
    Test number
    488541733838
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass69,592 miles (+2,594)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,592 miles
    Test number
    852923553280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,998 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    66,998 miles
    Test number
    668974273341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail66,995 miles (+2,721)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,995 miles
    Test number
    578769637235
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • FailureParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

  18. Pass64,274 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,274 miles
    Test number
    238691084245
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteEhaust rear box slightly corroded

  19. Fail64,274 miles (+2,520)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,274 miles
    Test number
    425321684298
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEhaust rear box slightly corroded
    • NoteLimited reserve travel on handbrake

  20. Fail61,754 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,754 miles
    Test number
    465787873263
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass61,754 miles (+3,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    61,754 miles
    Test number
    896227173243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  22. Pass58,529 miles (+3,968)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    58,529 miles
    Test number
    459975682274
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer (outer skin) rusting
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass54,561 miles (+3,878)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,561 miles
    Test number
    647920351230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWear to nearside front tyre inner edge

  24. Pass50,683 miles (+3,022)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,683 miles
    Test number
    622998350282
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre rear seat belt buckle cover adrift

  25. Pass47,661 miles (+3,213)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,661 miles
    Test number
    691738169246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,448 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    44,448 miles
    Test number
    942884758320
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail44,440 miles (+5,143)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,440 miles
    Test number
    562123758320
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass39,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    39,297 miles
    Test number
    944901157170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail39,294 miles (+5,681)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,294 miles
    Test number
    112441757172
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  30. Pass33,613 miles (+294)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    33,613 miles
    Test number
    940466756188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail33,319 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,319 miles
    Test number
    302219236105
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Questions about LM52 EFG

Does LM52 EFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 EFG is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 EFG?
The MOT on LM52 EFG is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 EFG done?
LM52 EFG was recorded at 93,116 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 2,934 miles a year.
Has LM52 EFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 EFG has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 EFG 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 EFG find?
LM52 EFG passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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