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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LM52 UWGMOT history

LM52 UWG is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 67,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2023.

LM52 UWG black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Nov 2024
Mileage
67,967 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 UWG
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
3 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 UWG was last recorded at 67,967 miles on 2 Nov 2023, 7,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Oct 2012: 42,956 miles, lower than 429,427 miles on 19 Oct 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
60,407 miles · 12 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
7,560 miles
Average per year
3,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 67,967 miles
  • 2022 – 60,407 miles
  • 2021 – 58,724 miles
  • 2020 – 57,015 miles
  • 2019 – 55,762 miles
  • 2018 – 54,346 miles
  • 2017 – 52,998 miles
  • 2016 – 51,553 miles
  • 2015 – 50,657 miles
  • 2014 – 48,913 miles
  • 2013 – 43,899 miles
  • 2012 – 42,956 miles
  • 2011 – 41,303 miles
  • 2010 – 40,579 miles
  • 2009 – 30,460 miles
  • 2008 – 23,287 miles
  • 2006 – 10,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,967 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror casing damaged/missing
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,967 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    67,967 miles
    Test number
    465988949334
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror casing damaged/missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail67,966 miles (+7,559)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,966 miles
    Test number
    829900181178
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror casing damaged/missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass60,407 miles (+1,683)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    60,407 miles
    Test number
    662660876245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,724 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,724 miles
    Test number
    662381670636
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail58,724 miles (+1,709)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,724 miles
    Test number
    704824342396
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass57,015 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    57,015 miles
    Test number
    587221724893
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail57,015 miles (+1,253)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,015 miles
    Test number
    912383693468
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass55,762 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    55,762 miles
    Test number
    562539903600
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail55,762 miles (+1,416)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,762 miles
    Test number
    610408811429
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass54,346 miles (+1,348)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,346 miles
    Test number
    114063053748
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever high
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass52,998 miles (+1,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    52,998 miles
    Test number
    883040715831
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass51,553 miles (+896)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    51,553 miles
    Test number
    737361927225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a crack outer wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a crack outer wall
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass50,657 miles (+1,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    50,657 miles
    Test number
    696585565140
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass48,913 miles (+5,014)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    48,913 miles
    Test number
    117974884290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,899 miles (+943)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    43,899 miles
    Test number
    445405303361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,956 miles (-386,471)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    42,956 miles
    Test number
    635658492215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail429,427 miles (+388,124)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    429,427 miles
    Test number
    235813292281
    • FailureFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureFront Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass41,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,303 miles
    Test number
    925489421398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,303 miles (+724)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,303 miles
    Test number
    765418321342
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass40,579 miles (+3,105)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    40,579 miles
    Test number
    510447510391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass37,474 miles (+7,014)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,474 miles
    Test number
    574025720077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,460 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    30,460 miles
    Test number
    611298629086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,449 miles (+7,162)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,449 miles
    Test number
    550757129090
    • 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)

  24. Pass23,287 miles (+12,347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    23,287 miles
    Test number
    810512038064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass10,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    10,940 miles
    Test number
    553325626041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 UWG

Does LM52 UWG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 UWG expired on 13 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 UWG?
The MOT on LM52 UWG expired on 13 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 UWG done?
LM52 UWG was recorded at 67,967 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2023, an average of 3,209 miles a year.
Has LM52 UWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 UWG has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LM52 UWG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 UWG find?
LM52 UWG passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust flexi deteriorated; offside wing mirror casing damaged/missing, and 1 more.

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