Volkswagen Polo
Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc
LM52 NHUMOT history
LM52 NHU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 37 MOT tests, with 139,177 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 27 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 139,177 mi
- At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 37
- 22 passed · 15 failed
- Per year
- 5,049 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LM52 NHU
- 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
- 20 Dec 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LM52 NHU was last recorded at 139,177 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 139,135 miles · 14 Aug 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 42 miles
- Average per year
- 5,049 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 139,177 miles
- 2025 – 134,806 miles
- 2024 – 128,158 miles
- 2023 – 125,704 miles
- 2022 – 122,916 miles
- 2021 – 120,407 miles
- 2020 – 118,567 miles
- 2019 – 115,901 miles
- 2018 – 113,128 miles
- 2017 – 110,143 miles
- 2016 – 105,028 miles
- 2015 – 101,541 miles
- 2014 – 96,402 miles
- 2013 – 90,646 miles
- 2012 – 80,766 miles
- 2011 – 68,909 miles
- 2010 – 57,056 miles
- 2009 – 52,022 miles
- 2008 – 48,610 miles
- 2007 – 44,168 miles
- 2006 – 39,848 miles
- 2005 – 34,279 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass139,177 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
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 Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect
Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024
Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear bush perished
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level brake light
Minor2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
37 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass139,177 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 139,177 miles
- Test number
- 834545999596
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fail139,173 miles (+38)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 139,173 miles
- Test number
- 133390771675
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fail139,135 miles (+4,329)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 139,135 miles
- Test number
- 953782096663
- 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer split. (6.1.2 (a))
Pass134,806 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 134,806 miles
- Test number
- 511668858181
- MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Fail134,803 miles (+6,645)3 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,803 miles
- Test number
- 886843360929
- MajorNearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Will not open from inside and outside (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Bulb discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Bulb discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Pass128,158 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 128,158 miles
- Test number
- 168383872143
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail128,158 miles (+2,454)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,158 miles
- Test number
- 577910042997
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Pass125,704 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 125,704 miles
- Test number
- 318646386188
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front shock absorbers (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking between the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail125,704 miles (+2,788)7 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 125,704 miles
- Test number
- 446156656564
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split down to reinforcement (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front shock absorbers (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking between the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryEngine management warning light on
Pass122,916 miles (+2,509)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 122,916 miles
- Test number
- 456031148657
- MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Washer pipe split but washers still working
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass120,407 miles (+130)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 9 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 120,407 miles
- Test number
- 974437397140
- MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Fail120,277 miles (+1,710)3 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,277 miles
- Test number
- 647564677222
- 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))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine MIL: malfunction indicator lamp illuminated
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Pass118,567 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Aug 2021
- Odometer
- 118,567 miles
- Test number
- 677865576089
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail118,567 miles (+2,666)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,567 miles
- Test number
- 688808330442
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and off side reare
Pass115,901 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 115,901 miles
- Test number
- 104019687521
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine management light on,
Fail115,901 miles (+2,773)2 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,901 miles
- Test number
- 477333092882
- Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine management light on,
Pass113,128 miles (+20)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 113,128 miles
- Test number
- 637174853985
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail113,108 miles (+2,965)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,108 miles
- Test number
- 533545252554
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass110,143 miles (+5,115)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 110,143 miles
- Test number
- 846743616647
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass105,028 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 105,028 miles
- Test number
- 941534726245
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail105,025 miles (+3,484)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 105,025 miles
- Test number
- 493338479804
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
Pass101,541 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 101,541 miles
- Test number
- 186978585126
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
Fail101,541 miles (+5,139)1 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,541 miles
- Test number
- 676328785141
- Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
Pass96,402 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 96,402 miles
- Test number
- 918235474160
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Fail96,402 miles (+5,756)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,402 miles
- Test number
- 417365074104
- FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- FailureNearside Front Upper Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Pass90,646 miles (+9,880)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 90,646 miles
- Test number
- 248731473144
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass80,766 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 80,766 miles
- Test number
- 356638772171
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail80,766 miles (+11,857)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,766 miles
- Test number
- 816928972176
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Pass68,909 miles (+11,853)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 68,909 miles
- Test number
- 628623971138
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,056 miles (+5,034)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 57,056 miles
- Test number
- 980036790192
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,022 miles (+3,412)1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 52,022 miles
- Test number
- 100600079180
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
- NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
- NoteBrake warning light staying on
Pass48,610 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 48,610 miles
- Test number
- 441202698114
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail48,610 miles (+4,442)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,610 miles
- Test number
- 644360098141
- DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inside edge
Pass44,168 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 44,168 miles
- Test number
- 564242017270
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail44,168 miles (+4,320)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 44,168 miles
- Test number
- 230218107219
- DangerousNearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteNearside front brake sensor wire broken
Pass39,848 miles (+5,569)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 39,848 miles
- Test number
- 501244536365
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass34,279 miles
- MOT expiry
- 17 Nov 2006
- Odometer
- 34,279 miles
- Test number
- 710212325320
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LM52 NHU
- Does LM52 NHU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 NHU is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LM52 NHU?
- The MOT on LM52 NHU is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LM52 NHU done?
- LM52 NHU was recorded at 139,177 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 5,049 miles a year.
- Has LM52 NHU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LM52 NHU has failed 15 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2026.
- Has the mileage on LM52 NHU 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 NHU find?
- LM52 NHU passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.
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