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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LM52 XYSMOT history

LM52 XYS is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 72,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2023.

LM52 XYS 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 Jan 2024
Mileage
72,001 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2023
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XYS
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
4 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XYS was last recorded at 72,001 miles on 27 Jan 2023, 4,657 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,344 miles · 25 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
4,657 miles
Average per year
3,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 72,001 miles
  • 2022 – 67,344 miles
  • 2021 – 60,655 miles
  • 2020 – 57,327 miles
  • 2019 – 52,434 miles
  • 2018 – 50,501 miles
  • 2017 – 48,684 miles
  • 2016 – 47,149 miles
  • 2015 – 45,312 miles
  • 2014 – 42,713 miles
  • 2013 – 40,998 miles
  • 2012 – 39,789 miles
  • 2011 – 36,950 miles
  • 2010 – 33,390 miles
  • 2009 – 29,613 miles
  • 2008 – 24,142 miles
  • 2007 – 18,371 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,001 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 22 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,001 miles (+4,657)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    72,001 miles
    Test number
    963818555806
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass67,344 miles (+6,689)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    67,344 miles
    Test number
    516578424990
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer wall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass60,655 miles (+3,328)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    60,655 miles
    Test number
    864775502295
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass57,327 miles (+4,893)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,327 miles
    Test number
    581959454684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass52,434 miles (+1,933)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    52,434 miles
    Test number
    921326933028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass50,501 miles (+1,817)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    50,501 miles
    Test number
    361012901155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,684 miles (+1,535)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    48,684 miles
    Test number
    499340507249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,149 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    47,149 miles
    Test number
    641593591502
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Fail47,149 miles (+1,837)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,149 miles
    Test number
    703479394844
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Pass45,312 miles (+2,599)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    45,312 miles
    Test number
    758019625094
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on edges

  11. Pass42,713 miles (+1,715)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    42,713 miles
    Test number
    115416714024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,998 miles (+1,209)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    40,998 miles
    Test number
    698007313085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,789 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    39,789 miles
    Test number
    559017312005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    36,950 miles
    Test number
    199175921420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail36,950 miles (+3,560)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,950 miles
    Test number
    608954721095
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass33,390 miles (+3,777)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    33,390 miles
    Test number
    172426120427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,613 miles (+5,471)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    29,613 miles
    Test number
    600378229043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,142 miles (+5,771)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    24,142 miles
    Test number
    182741928044
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge may expose cords in near future.

  19. Pass18,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    18,371 miles
    Test number
    823762627038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 XYS

Does LM52 XYS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 XYS expired on 28 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XYS?
The MOT on LM52 XYS expired on 28 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 XYS done?
LM52 XYS was recorded at 72,001 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2023, an average of 3,349 miles a year.
Has LM52 XYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XYS has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2016.
Has the mileage on LM52 XYS 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 XYS find?
LM52 XYS passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2023 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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