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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,200 cc

LM52 FRUMOT history

LM52 FRU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 19 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 101,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2024.

LM52 FRU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Feb 2025
Mileage
101,904 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 FRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 FRU was last recorded at 101,904 miles on 20 Feb 2024, 6,871 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,033 miles · 27 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
6,871 miles
Average per year
4,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 101,904 miles
  • 2023 – 95,033 miles
  • 2022 – 88,534 miles
  • 2021 – 81,804 miles
  • 2019 – 72,581 miles
  • 2018 – 64,208 miles
  • 2017 – 55,918 miles
  • 2016 – 55,419 miles
  • 2015 – 52,054 miles
  • 2014 – 49,210 miles
  • 2013 – 45,590 miles
  • 2012 – 42,011 miles
  • 2011 – 38,478 miles
  • 2010 – 34,235 miles
  • 2009 – 29,951 miles
  • 2008 – 26,296 miles
  • 2007 – 22,171 miles
  • 2006 – 17,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,904 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRust at the bottom of the car towards the end of the exhaust

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both( Inner edge's (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,904 miles (+6,871)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    101,904 miles
    Test number
    609010440286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRust at the bottom of the car towards the end of the exhaust

  2. Pass95,033 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,033 miles
    Test number
    260858815876
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear exhaust box corroded

  3. Fail94,977 miles (+6,443)1 dangerous2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,977 miles
    Test number
    313320232317
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect All (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass88,534 miles (+6,730)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,534 miles
    Test number
    558710725101
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (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 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass81,804 miles (+9,223)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,804 miles
    Test number
    417955219988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,581 miles (+8,373)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,581 miles
    Test number
    288036281156
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not tested, seats covered

  7. Pass64,208 miles (+25)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    64,208 miles
    Test number
    907263806810
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both( Inner edge's (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust back box corroded

  8. Fail64,183 miles (+8,265)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,183 miles
    Test number
    875506456792
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working Both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both( Inner edge's (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust back box corroded

  9. Pass55,918 miles (+499)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    55,918 miles
    Test number
    929767059194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,419 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    55,419 miles
    Test number
    628415258249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box outer casing in poor condition

  11. Fail55,419 miles (+3,365)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,419 miles
    Test number
    474250830470
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box outer casing in poor condition
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust sleeve badly corroded

  12. Pass52,054 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,054 miles
    Test number
    808027808212
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box outer casing in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre starting to crack and perish in tread

  13. Fail52,054 miles (+2,844)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,054 miles
    Test number
    823320133885
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box outer casing in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre starting to crack and perish in tread

  14. Pass49,210 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    49,210 miles
    Test number
    748515724344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer slightly deteriorated
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to crack on tread

  15. Fail49,210 miles (+3,620)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,210 miles
    Test number
    976385824352
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer slightly deteriorated
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to crack on tread

  16. Pass45,590 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    45,590 miles
    Test number
    236370033317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres worn on inner edge and n/s/r badly perished
    • NoteAdvise exhaust rear silencer in poor condition

  17. Fail45,590 miles (+3,579)2 repaired2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,590 miles
    Test number
    895610633337
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres worn on inner edge and n/s/r badly perished
    • NoteAdvise exhaust rear silencer in poor condition

  18. Pass42,011 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    42,011 miles
    Test number
    496419712416
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteCenter and rear exhaust silencers starting to corrode
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perrished

  19. Fail42,011 miles (+3,533)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,011 miles
    Test number
    787659512349
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteCenter and rear exhaust silencers starting to corrode
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perrished

  20. Pass38,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    38,478 miles
    Test number
    886591421363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail38,478 miles (+4,243)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,478 miles
    Test number
    456391121426
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass34,235 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    34,235 miles
    Test number
    331982920384
    • NoteN/s door mirror damaged
    • NoteRear tyres slightly perrished

  23. Fail34,235 miles (+4,284)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,235 miles
    Test number
    894812020389
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteN/s door mirror damaged
    • NoteRear tyres slightly perrished

  24. Pass29,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,951 miles
    Test number
    513053529326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail29,951 miles (+3,655)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,951 miles
    Test number
    190403329328
    • FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to rear exhaust box corrosion to rest of system

  26. Pass26,296 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    26,296 miles
    Test number
    171010838322
    • NoteLow to no tread on edges of n/s/f tyre. rest of tread less than 3mm
    • NoteO/s/f brake pad 90% worn

  27. Fail26,296 miles (+4,125)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,296 miles
    Test number
    244900438383
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLow to no tread on edges of n/s/f tyre. rest of tread less than 3mm
    • NoteO/s/f brake pad 90% worn

  28. Pass22,171 miles (+4,891)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    22,171 miles
    Test number
    120291827321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass17,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    17,280 miles
    Test number
    672031826362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 FRU

Does LM52 FRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 FRU expired on 19 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 FRU?
The MOT on LM52 FRU expired on 19 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 FRU done?
LM52 FRU was recorded at 101,904 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2024, an average of 4,903 miles a year.
Has LM52 FRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 FRU has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LM52 FRU 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 FRU find?
LM52 FRU passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2024 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side; nearside front track rod end modified, but not inappropriately; rust at the bottom of the car towards the end of the exhaust.

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