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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LM52 OTLMOT history

LM52 OTL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 134,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2024.

LM52 OTL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Feb 2024
Mileage
134,519 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,988 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 OTL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM52 OTL was last recorded at 134,519 miles on 23 Feb 2024, 7,704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,815 miles · 20 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
7,704 miles
Average per year
5,988 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 134,519 miles
  • 2023 – 126,815 miles
  • 2022 – 118,284 miles
  • 2021 – 110,190 miles
  • 2020 – 104,199 miles
  • 2019 – 97,587 miles
  • 2017 – 95,428 miles
  • 2016 – 92,954 miles
  • 2015 – 79,481 miles
  • 2014 – 74,110 miles
  • 2013 – 70,211 miles
  • 2012 – 64,766 miles
  • 2011 – 59,581 miles
  • 2010 – 54,378 miles
  • 2009 – 45,531 miles
  • 2008 – 39,995 miles
  • 2007 – 35,745 miles
  • 2006 – 25,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail134,519 miles
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp lense deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp lense deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti roll bar 'D' Bushes deteriorated
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Both suspension wishbone rear bushes deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Door mirror glass damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 50%of the position lamps not working
  • AdvisoryOil leaks
  • AdvisoryWindscreen washers poor

What MOT failures 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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Exhaust box deteriorated but not leaking exhaust gases.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail134,519 miles (+7,704)11 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,519 miles
    Test number
    410641177034
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp lense deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp lense deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti roll bar 'D' Bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Both suspension wishbone rear bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Door mirror glass damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 50%of the position lamps not working
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers poor

  2. Pass126,815 miles (+8,531)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    126,815 miles
    Test number
    169884523417
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front offside front+ cv boot damaged

  3. Pass118,284 miles (+8,094)5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    118,284 miles
    Test number
    865570347782
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box deteriorated but not leaking exhaust gases.

  4. Pass110,190 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    110,190 miles
    Test number
    705029955116
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box deteriorated but not leaking exhaust gases.

  5. Fail110,190 miles (+5,991)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,190 miles
    Test number
    179509513721
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box deteriorated but not leaking exhaust gases.

  6. Pass104,199 miles (+6,612)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    104,199 miles
    Test number
    235676883981
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear stop light has some lights missing
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated but not leaking

  7. Pass97,587 miles (+2,159)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    97,587 miles
    Test number
    276065337199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    95,428 miles
    Test number
    644748333143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,428 miles (+2,474)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,428 miles
    Test number
    313212806743
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  10. Pass92,954 miles (+5,055)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    92,954 miles
    Test number
    588845231545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    87,899 miles
    Test number
    272135836252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,899 miles (+8,418)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,899 miles
    Test number
    455488115405
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass79,481 miles (+5,371)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,481 miles
    Test number
    519736005064
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty

  14. Pass74,110 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    74,110 miles
    Test number
    486289414013
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail74,102 miles (+3,891)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,102 miles
    Test number
    285229014067
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass70,211 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,211 miles
    Test number
    578330113010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,206 miles (+5,440)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,206 miles
    Test number
    176619103040
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail64,766 miles5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,766 miles
    Test number
    256780422088
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass64,766 miles (+5,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    64,766 miles
    Test number
    745530122005
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass59,581 miles (+5,203)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    59,581 miles
    Test number
    128408521407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,378 miles (+8,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,378 miles
    Test number
    100302620451
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass45,531 miles (+5,536)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    45,531 miles
    Test number
    370062719029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,995 miles (+4,250)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    39,995 miles
    Test number
    984191728054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,745 miles (+9,805)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    35,745 miles
    Test number
    874374727096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,940 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    25,940 miles
    Test number
    243746906047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail25,928 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,928 miles
    Test number
    390194806008
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LM52 OTL

Does LM52 OTL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 OTL expired on 19 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 OTL?
The MOT on LM52 OTL expired on 19 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 OTL done?
LM52 OTL was recorded at 134,519 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2024, an average of 5,988 miles a year.
Has LM52 OTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 OTL has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 OTL 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 OTL find?
LM52 OTL failed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2024 with 11 major defects and 6 advisories: exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 14 more.

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