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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LM52 SZYMOT history

LM52 SZY is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 90,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LM52 SZY black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
90,863 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 SZY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 SZY was last recorded at 90,863 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 2,332 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,531 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,332 miles
Average per year
4,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,863 miles
  • 2025 – 88,531 miles
  • 2024 – 84,992 miles
  • 2023 – 81,035 miles
  • 2022 – 76,658 miles
  • 2021 – 73,265 miles
  • 2020 – 71,573 miles
  • 2019 – 68,068 miles
  • 2018 – 64,449 miles
  • 2017 – 60,529 miles
  • 2016 – 55,664 miles
  • 2015 – 50,879 miles
  • 2014 – 46,420 miles
  • 2013 – 42,641 miles
  • 2012 – 38,934 miles
  • 2011 – 34,065 miles
  • 2010 – 29,091 miles
  • 2009 – 23,793 miles
  • 2008 – 18,555 miles
  • 2007 – 13,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,863 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,863 miles (+2,332)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    90,863 miles
    Test number
    489130701768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,531 miles (+3,539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    88,531 miles
    Test number
    724292692942
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,992 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,992 miles
    Test number
    998459678555
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside- On the limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail84,977 miles (+3,942)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,977 miles
    Test number
    921913051601
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside- On the limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass81,035 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    81,035 miles
    Test number
    961663216811
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail81,024 miles (+4,366)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,024 miles
    Test number
    697294769030
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass76,658 miles (+3,393)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    76,658 miles
    Test number
    473704962507
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass73,265 miles (+1,692)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    73,265 miles
    Test number
    833447790979
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass71,573 miles (+3,505)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    71,573 miles
    Test number
    697104221167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,068 miles (+3,619)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    68,068 miles
    Test number
    443131899640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,449 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    64,449 miles
    Test number
    889437626962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,529 miles (+4,865)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    60,529 miles
    Test number
    434294990369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,664 miles (+4,785)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    55,664 miles
    Test number
    587637992479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    50,879 miles
    Test number
    689559905044
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail50,879 miles (+4,459)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,879 miles
    Test number
    797749505016
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass46,420 miles (+3,779)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,420 miles
    Test number
    496853514065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,641 miles (+3,707)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    42,641 miles
    Test number
    206167613084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,934 miles (+4,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    38,934 miles
    Test number
    487676112039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass34,065 miles (+4,974)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,065 miles
    Test number
    195144711487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass29,091 miles (+5,298)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    29,091 miles
    Test number
    174525210092
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCovers fitted

  21. Pass23,793 miles (+5,238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    23,793 miles
    Test number
    494029719034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass18,555 miles (+5,100)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    18,555 miles
    Test number
    221388218067
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCovers fitted

  23. Fail13,455 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,455 miles
    Test number
    412590027011
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass13,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    13,455 miles
    Test number
    502500527039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 SZY

Does LM52 SZY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 SZY is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 SZY?
The MOT on LM52 SZY is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 SZY done?
LM52 SZY was recorded at 90,863 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 4,075 miles a year.
Has LM52 SZY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 SZY has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 SZY 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 SZY find?
LM52 SZY passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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