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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LS02 UTJMOT history

LS02 UTJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 91,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2024.

LS02 UTJ blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2025
Mileage
91,294 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2024
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 UTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 UTJ was last recorded at 91,294 miles on 11 Jun 2024, 4,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,290 miles · 7 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
4,004 miles
Average per year
4,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,294 miles
  • 2023 – 87,290 miles
  • 2021 – 87,226 miles
  • 2020 – 85,256 miles
  • 2019 – 83,578 miles
  • 2018 – 82,853 miles
  • 2017 – 80,720 miles
  • 2016 – 78,477 miles
  • 2012 – 68,758 miles
  • 2011 – 54,944 miles
  • 2010 – 39,663 miles
  • 2009 – 25,721 miles
  • 2008 – 14,355 miles
  • 2007 – 12,160 miles
  • 2006 – 9,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,294 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    91,294 miles
    Test number
    317874784757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail91,294 miles (+4,004)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,294 miles
    Test number
    330737479984
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass87,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    87,290 miles
    Test number
    218953374572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,290 miles (+64)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,290 miles
    Test number
    616465581569
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass87,226 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,226 miles
    Test number
    949189862774
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail87,226 miles (+1,970)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,226 miles
    Test number
    595422769906
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass85,256 miles (+231)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,256 miles
    Test number
    789289703539
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail85,025 miles (+1,447)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,025 miles
    Test number
    842929645564
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass83,578 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    83,578 miles
    Test number
    386038699754
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Fail83,578 miles (+725)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,578 miles
    Test number
    136406091862
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass82,853 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    82,853 miles
    Test number
    222901422611
    • AdvisoryEngine light is on.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail82,852 miles (+2,132)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,852 miles
    Test number
    755957926375
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine light is on.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass80,720 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,720 miles
    Test number
    148436299282
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail80,716 miles (+2,239)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,716 miles
    Test number
    368292592309
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass78,477 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,477 miles
    Test number
    909816773172
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  16. Fail78,475 miles (+9,717)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,475 miles
    Test number
    774959260214
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  17. Pass68,758 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    68,758 miles
    Test number
    279222242266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail68,756 miles (+13,812)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,756 miles
    Test number
    825692842244
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass54,944 miles (+15,281)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,944 miles
    Test number
    637750231200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn

  20. Pass39,663 miles (+13,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    39,663 miles
    Test number
    414901590140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass25,721 miles (+11,366)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,721 miles
    Test number
    984724799102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,355 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,355 miles
    Test number
    641641978196
    • NoteOffside front tyre cut on tread pattern not showing any cord or ply advise

  23. Fail14,355 miles (+2,195)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,355 miles
    Test number
    820341778130
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cut on tread pattern not showing any cord or ply advise

  24. Pass12,160 miles (+2,981)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    12,160 miles
    Test number
    851412147124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    9,179 miles
    Test number
    920574546141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail9,179 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,179 miles
    Test number
    132051236184
    • FailureFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Questions about LS02 UTJ

Does LS02 UTJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS02 UTJ expired on 10 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS02 UTJ?
The MOT on LS02 UTJ expired on 10 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS02 UTJ done?
LS02 UTJ was recorded at 91,294 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2024, an average of 4,540 miles a year.
Has LS02 UTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 UTJ has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LS02 UTJ 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 LS02 UTJ find?
LS02 UTJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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