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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LM52 XYHMOT history

LM52 XYH is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 108,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

LM52 XYH grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2026
Mileage
108,882 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XYH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XYH was last recorded at 108,882 miles on 24 Apr 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,880 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,882 miles
  • 2024 – 106,413 miles
  • 2023 – 106,204 miles
  • 2022 – 96,868 miles
  • 2021 – 85,655 miles
  • 2020 – 78,613 miles
  • 2019 – 73,918 miles
  • 2018 – 70,412 miles
  • 2017 – 66,382 miles
  • 2016 – 55,101 miles
  • 2015 – 39,898 miles
  • 2013 – 37,867 miles
  • 2012 – 30,005 miles
  • 2011 – 26,718 miles
  • 2009 – 24,547 miles
  • 2008 – 21,450 miles
  • 2007 – 18,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,882 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 5 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,882 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    108,882 miles
    Test number
    682105356721
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail108,880 miles (+2,467)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,880 miles
    Test number
    662057871132
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass106,413 miles (+209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    106,413 miles
    Test number
    927859653767
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass106,204 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,204 miles
    Test number
    157943603310
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail106,202 miles (+9,334)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,202 miles
    Test number
    392024016809
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass96,868 miles (+66)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    96,868 miles
    Test number
    738013543721
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  7. Fail96,802 miles (+11,147)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,802 miles
    Test number
    196779263066
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  8. Pass85,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,655 miles
    Test number
    334899971636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,655 miles (+7,042)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,655 miles
    Test number
    858394121229
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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 not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  10. Pass78,613 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    78,613 miles
    Test number
    100638854649
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chip on screen

  11. Fail78,613 miles (+4,695)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,613 miles
    Test number
    515773246549
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chip on screen

  12. Pass73,918 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    73,918 miles
    Test number
    669677478631
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  13. Fail73,917 miles (+3,505)1 dangerous3 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,917 miles
    Test number
    792912349811
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  14. Pass70,412 miles (+197)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,412 miles
    Test number
    143433588171
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge , recomend replace soon (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box 2and skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlastic underbody sheild fitted

  15. Fail70,215 miles (+3,833)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,215 miles
    Test number
    412830369961
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge , recomend replace soon (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box 2and skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlastic underbody sheild fitted

  16. Pass66,382 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    66,382 miles
    Test number
    956285363498
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail66,371 miles (+11,270)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,371 miles
    Test number
    740124123163
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre clamp loose (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass55,101 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,101 miles
    Test number
    764337390013
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake cable outer cover corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail55,101 miles (+15,203)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,101 miles
    Test number
    810637397404
    • FailureBrake hose leaking servo hose (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flashing with indicator (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake cable outer cover corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass39,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    39,898 miles
    Test number
    559370415133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,898 miles (+449)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,898 miles
    Test number
    988320015110
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass39,449 miles (+1,582)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    39,449 miles
    Test number
    199900815495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE WEARING INNER EDGE

  23. Pass37,867 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,867 miles
    Test number
    517897353363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,151 miles (+5,146)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    35,151 miles
    Test number
    875679313030
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front Tyre wearing on inner edge.

  25. Pass30,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    30,005 miles
    Test number
    829347612066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail30,005 miles (+3,287)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,005 miles
    Test number
    137116612077
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass26,718 miles (+2,171)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,718 miles
    Test number
    845774221079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    24,547 miles
    Test number
    641565969304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail24,547 miles (+1,228)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,547 miles
    Test number
    660595669352
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Fail23,319 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,319 miles
    Test number
    230299109025
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  31. Pass23,319 miles (+1,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    23,319 miles
    Test number
    640159609080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  32. Fail21,450 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,450 miles
    Test number
    601695118005
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  33. Pass21,450 miles (+2,830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    21,450 miles
    Test number
    611835218098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  34. Pass18,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    18,620 miles
    Test number
    403235907009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 XYH

Does LM52 XYH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 XYH expired on 1 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XYH?
The MOT on LM52 XYH expired on 1 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 XYH done?
LM52 XYH was recorded at 108,882 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 4,932 miles a year.
Has LM52 XYH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XYH has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 XYH 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 XYH find?
LM52 XYH passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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