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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LM52 FCAMOT history

LM52 FCA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 29,409 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

LM52 FCA blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
29,409 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 FCA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 FCA was last recorded at 29,409 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,289 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
120 miles
Average per year
1,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,409 miles
  • 2024 – 29,289 miles
  • 2022 – 28,949 miles
  • 2021 – 28,311 miles
  • 2020 – 27,778 miles
  • 2019 – 27,220 miles
  • 2018 – 26,675 miles
  • 2017 – 26,388 miles
  • 2016 – 25,743 miles
  • 2015 – 24,225 miles
  • 2014 – 23,343 miles
  • 2013 – 22,292 miles
  • 2012 – 21,571 miles
  • 2011 – 20,613 miles
  • 2010 – 18,459 miles
  • 2009 – 17,211 miles
  • 2008 – 14,024 miles
  • 2007 – 11,970 miles
  • 2006 – 9,726 miles
  • 2005 – 7,921 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,409 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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    29,409 miles
    Test number
    652954798180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail29,409 miles (+120)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,409 miles
    Test number
    463421073455
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass29,289 miles (+125)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    29,289 miles
    Test number
    458411994425
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass29,164 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    29,164 miles
    Test number
    347034279632
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail29,164 miles (+215)3 repaired3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,164 miles
    Test number
    310532024813
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass28,949 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    28,949 miles
    Test number
    554871644499
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail28,949 miles (+638)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,949 miles
    Test number
    167062830399
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass28,311 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    28,311 miles
    Test number
    204851878038
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail28,311 miles (+533)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,311 miles
    Test number
    807333115717
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass27,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    27,778 miles
    Test number
    769438749092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail27,778 miles (+558)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,778 miles
    Test number
    786302831633
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass27,220 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    27,220 miles
    Test number
    836589816367
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail27,220 miles (+545)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,220 miles
    Test number
    245896956697
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass26,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    26,675 miles
    Test number
    522049309765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail26,675 miles (+287)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,675 miles
    Test number
    715154992805
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  16. Pass26,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    26,388 miles
    Test number
    923099327433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,388 miles (+645)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,388 miles
    Test number
    990653706203
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass25,743 miles (+1,518)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    25,743 miles
    Test number
    388195093077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,225 miles (+882)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    24,225 miles
    Test number
    182649087344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,343 miles (+1,051)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    23,343 miles
    Test number
    959579944399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,292 miles (+721)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    22,292 miles
    Test number
    795791153359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,571 miles (+958)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    21,571 miles
    Test number
    895719142327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,613 miles (+2,154)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    20,613 miles
    Test number
    558454251393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,459 miles (+1,248)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    18,459 miles
    Test number
    574195850314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    17,211 miles
    Test number
    582286659373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail17,211 miles (+3,187)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,211 miles
    Test number
    411986359343
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass14,024 miles (+2,054)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    14,024 miles
    Test number
    461582858434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass11,970 miles (+2,244)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    11,970 miles
    Test number
    753841057338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass9,726 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    9,726 miles
    Test number
    894413856325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail9,713 miles (+1,792)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,713 miles
    Test number
    324659346381
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  31. Pass7,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    7,921 miles
    Test number
    401236445391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 FCA

Does LM52 FCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 FCA is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 FCA?
The MOT on LM52 FCA is valid until 8 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 FCA done?
LM52 FCA was recorded at 29,409 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 1,071 miles a year.
Has LM52 FCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 FCA has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 FCA 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 FCA find?
LM52 FCA passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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