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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,200 cc

LM52 NHTMOT history

LM52 NHT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 65,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

LM52 NHT silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
65,001 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 NHT
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
30 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 NHT was last recorded at 65,001 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 5,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,730 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,271 miles
Average per year
2,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,001 miles
  • 2025 – 59,730 miles
  • 2024 – 52,067 miles
  • 2022 – 44,357 miles
  • 2021 – 38,756 miles
  • 2020 – 32,585 miles
  • 2018 – 28,362 miles
  • 2017 – 26,781 miles
  • 2016 – 24,823 miles
  • 2015 – 23,496 miles
  • 2014 – 22,270 miles
  • 2013 – 21,307 miles
  • 2012 – 20,456 miles
  • 2011 – 19,865 miles
  • 2010 – 19,083 miles
  • 2009 – 18,072 miles
  • 2008 – 16,626 miles
  • 2007 – 14,302 miles
  • 2006 – 12,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,001 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush as chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush as chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

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 Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear box outer skin corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass65,001 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    65,001 miles
    Test number
    214747232147
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush as chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush as chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  2. Fail65,001 miles (+5,271)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,001 miles
    Test number
    134339545775
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush as chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush as chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  3. Pass59,730 miles (+35)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    59,730 miles
    Test number
    830718696648
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear box outer skin corroded

  4. Fail59,695 miles (+7,628)2 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,695 miles
    Test number
    245667915168
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear box outer skin corroded

  5. Pass52,067 miles (+7)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    52,067 miles
    Test number
    601204092758
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  6. Fail52,060 miles (+7,703)1 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,060 miles
    Test number
    181739026979
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  7. Pass44,357 miles (+5,601)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    44,357 miles
    Test number
    923245304947
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass38,756 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    38,756 miles
    Test number
    519807052797
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  9. Fail38,756 miles (+6,171)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,756 miles
    Test number
    947817848367
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  10. Pass32,585 miles (+4,223)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    32,585 miles
    Test number
    642006913746
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass28,362 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    28,362 miles
    Test number
    762798002368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,781 miles (+1,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    26,781 miles
    Test number
    139455604278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perishing

  13. Pass24,823 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    24,823 miles
    Test number
    196899065591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished on outer walls

  14. Fail24,823 miles (+1,327)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,823 miles
    Test number
    256335448099
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished on outer walls

  15. Pass23,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    23,496 miles
    Test number
    457441032420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail23,496 miles (+1,226)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,496 miles
    Test number
    489359519175
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass22,270 miles (+963)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    22,270 miles
    Test number
    517997444307
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished on outer wall

  18. Pass21,307 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    21,307 miles
    Test number
    475057653404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail21,242 miles (+786)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,242 miles
    Test number
    607531153326
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Fail20,456 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,456 miles
    Test number
    797376352397
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass20,456 miles (+591)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    20,456 miles
    Test number
    858346752376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    19,865 miles
    Test number
    766036751391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,865 miles (+782)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,865 miles
    Test number
    706636351368
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass19,083 miles (+1,011)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    19,083 miles
    Test number
    463204650347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    18,072 miles
    Test number
    951355959379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail18,072 miles (+1,446)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,072 miles
    Test number
    440905459330
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass16,626 miles (+2,324)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,626 miles
    Test number
    780654058311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass14,302 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    14,302 miles
    Test number
    562455757392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail14,281 miles (+1,697)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,281 miles
    Test number
    111332057335
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass12,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    12,584 miles
    Test number
    692303056323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 NHT

Does LM52 NHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 NHT is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 NHT?
The MOT on LM52 NHT is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 NHT done?
LM52 NHT was recorded at 65,001 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 2,732 miles a year.
Has LM52 NHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 NHT has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 NHT 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 NHT find?
LM52 NHT passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush as chalked, and 3 more.

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