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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LM52 UWTMOT history

LM52 UWT is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 82,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2023.

LM52 UWT black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Aug 2024
Mileage
82,824 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2023
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 UWT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 UWT was last recorded at 82,824 miles on 3 Aug 2023, 3,995 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,829 miles · 29 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
3,995 miles
Average per year
4,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 82,824 miles
  • 2022 – 78,829 miles
  • 2021 – 72,866 miles
  • 2020 – 67,622 miles
  • 2019 – 62,648 miles
  • 2018 – 55,530 miles
  • 2017 – 50,972 miles
  • 2016 – 50,177 miles
  • 2015 – 47,427 miles
  • 2014 – 42,715 miles
  • 2013 – 41,080 miles
  • 2012 – 40,328 miles
  • 2011 – 39,071 miles
  • 2010 – 37,831 miles
  • 2009 – 34,877 miles
  • 2008 – 27,445 miles
  • 2007 – 19,346 miles
  • 2006 – 12,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,824 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

33 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,824 miles (+3,995)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    82,824 miles
    Test number
    180117742212
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass78,829 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    78,829 miles
    Test number
    886717064344
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Fail78,829 miles (+5,963)9 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,829 miles
    Test number
    944378671764
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected footwell (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass72,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,866 miles
    Test number
    747110448712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail72,866 miles (+5,244)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,866 miles
    Test number
    133037729100
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass67,622 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,622 miles
    Test number
    932500011764
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail67,622 miles2 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,622 miles
    Test number
    300315268787
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing mirror cover missing NSF
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail67,622 miles (+4,974)1 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,622 miles
    Test number
    376756113296
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both upper & lower ball Joint cover split on OSF drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing mirror cover missing NSF
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass62,648 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    62,648 miles
    Test number
    148389870730
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Fail62,648 miles (+7,118)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,648 miles
    Test number
    163856885347
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass55,530 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,530 miles
    Test number
    270205517867
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  12. Fail55,529 miles (+4,557)3 major3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,529 miles
    Test number
    710117360662
    • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury DOOR MIRROR (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened MOUNT (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  13. Pass50,972 miles (+795)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    50,972 miles
    Test number
    826613635239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,177 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    50,177 miles
    Test number
    271049681930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail50,134 miles (+2,707)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,134 miles
    Test number
    501648176695
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass47,427 miles (+181)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,427 miles
    Test number
    445215355095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,246 miles (+4,531)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,246 miles
    Test number
    229495545043
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass42,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    42,715 miles
    Test number
    408606944058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail42,715 miles (+1,635)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,715 miles
    Test number
    656966344036
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass41,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,080 miles
    Test number
    147379743412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,080 miles (+752)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,080 miles
    Test number
    785419343059
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass40,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    40,328 miles
    Test number
    846958122050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,328 miles (+1,257)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,328 miles
    Test number
    745388922071
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass39,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    39,071 miles
    Test number
    229279121078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,071 miles (+1,240)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,071 miles
    Test number
    835329021058
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Fail37,831 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,831 miles
    Test number
    672350050080
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass37,831 miles (+2,954)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    37,831 miles
    Test number
    732220550055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,877 miles
    Test number
    171321939448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail34,877 miles (+7,432)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,877 miles
    Test number
    701889229008
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  30. Pass27,445 miles (+8,099)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    27,445 miles
    Test number
    224591538096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass19,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    19,346 miles
    Test number
    834723937048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail19,346 miles (+7,153)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,346 miles
    Test number
    370281037010
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  33. Pass12,193 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    12,193 miles
    Test number
    293341636050
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAdvise front tyre/s getting close to legall limmit/s
    • NoteAdvise o/s front tyre has outer sidewall damaged minorly monitor
    • NoteAdvise on hand brake travel

Questions about LM52 UWT

Does LM52 UWT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 UWT expired on 28 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 UWT?
The MOT on LM52 UWT expired on 28 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 UWT done?
LM52 UWT was recorded at 82,824 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2023, an average of 4,035 miles a year.
Has LM52 UWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 UWT has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LM52 UWT 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 UWT find?
LM52 UWT passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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