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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LM52 HMKMOT history

LM52 HMK is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 94,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2023.

LM52 HMK black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2024
Mileage
94,339 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 HMK
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
23 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 HMK was last recorded at 94,339 miles on 1 Aug 2023, 1,799 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Aug 2012: 58,148 miles, lower than 70,688 miles on 28 Jul 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
92,540 miles · 24 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,799 miles
Average per year
4,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 94,339 miles
  • 2022 – 87,635 miles
  • 2020 – 85,022 miles
  • 2019 – 81,192 miles
  • 2018 – 72,027 miles
  • 2017 – 65,547 miles
  • 2016 – 60,110 miles
  • 2015 – 59,751 miles
  • 2014 – 58,978 miles
  • 2013 – 58,560 miles
  • 2012 – 58,148 miles
  • 2011 – 55,596 miles
  • 2010 – 41,604 miles
  • 2009 – 36,365 miles
  • 2008 – 31,609 miles
  • 2007 – 28,666 miles
  • 2006 – 23,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,339 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,339 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,339 miles
    Test number
    262328618226
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail94,339 miles (+1,799)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,339 miles
    Test number
    735971250373
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass92,540 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    92,540 miles
    Test number
    886079159755
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail92,540 miles (+4,905)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,540 miles
    Test number
    349474738762
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.12 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass87,635 miles (+2,613)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    87,635 miles
    Test number
    663514884634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,022 miles (+9)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    85,022 miles
    Test number
    493178629762
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail85,013 miles (+3,821)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,013 miles
    Test number
    235607186697
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass81,192 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,192 miles
    Test number
    655028182702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail81,139 miles (+9,112)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,139 miles
    Test number
    893106375356
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass72,027 miles (+6,480)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,027 miles
    Test number
    512482991478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,547 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    65,547 miles
    Test number
    427707982576
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail65,547 miles (+5,437)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,547 miles
    Test number
    821525628423
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass60,110 miles (+359)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,110 miles
    Test number
    949443891115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass59,751 miles (+773)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    59,751 miles
    Test number
    394046030524
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass58,978 miles (+418)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    58,978 miles
    Test number
    228946514221
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres bald on inner edges
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a cut and is cracking

  16. Pass58,560 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,560 miles
    Test number
    697548713284
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  17. Fail58,560 miles (+412)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,560 miles
    Test number
    819047913284
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  18. Fail58,148 miles2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,148 miles
    Test number
    119972222243
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Pass58,148 miles (-12,540)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,148 miles
    Test number
    629072822253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Fail70,688 miles (+15,092)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,688 miles
    Test number
    608490412286
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass55,596 miles (+13,992)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    55,596 miles
    Test number
    189188501212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,604 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    41,604 miles
    Test number
    332327200275
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Fail41,604 miles (+5,239)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,604 miles
    Test number
    452607000279
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass36,365 miles (+4,756)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,365 miles
    Test number
    372701219424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,609 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,609 miles
    Test number
    103073518291
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail31,609 miles (+2,943)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,609 miles
    Test number
    893123118259
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass28,666 miles (+5,190)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,666 miles
    Test number
    694674067076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,476 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    23,476 miles
    Test number
    333191826077
    • NoteNail in near side front tyre

Questions about LM52 HMK

Does LM52 HMK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 HMK expired on 31 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 HMK?
The MOT on LM52 HMK expired on 31 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 HMK done?
LM52 HMK was recorded at 94,339 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2023, an average of 4,044 miles a year.
Has LM52 HMK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 HMK has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LM52 HMK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Aug 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 HMK find?
LM52 HMK passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2023 with 2 advisories: central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; central rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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