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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LS52 FHHMOT history

LS52 FHH is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 164,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

LS52 FHH black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
164,286 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,508 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FHH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FHH was last recorded at 164,286 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,271 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
7,508 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,286 miles
  • 2024 – 150,617 miles
  • 2023 – 136,708 miles
  • 2022 – 124,356 miles
  • 2021 – 107,322 miles
  • 2020 – 94,620 miles
  • 2019 – 87,812 miles
  • 2018 – 80,390 miles
  • 2017 – 75,176 miles
  • 2016 – 71,890 miles
  • 2015 – 66,620 miles
  • 2014 – 59,146 miles
  • 2013 – 54,701 miles
  • 2012 – 50,225 miles
  • 2011 – 44,881 miles
  • 2010 – 39,427 miles
  • 2009 – 35,391 miles
  • 2008 – 31,499 miles
  • 2007 – 27,802 miles
  • 2006 – 21,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,286 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass164,286 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    164,286 miles
    Test number
    252732338676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail164,271 miles (+13,654)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,271 miles
    Test number
    507376733940
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass150,617 miles (+13,909)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    150,617 miles
    Test number
    759369718571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    136,708 miles
    Test number
    186490593739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail136,708 miles (+12,352)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,708 miles
    Test number
    288654963335
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  6. Pass124,356 miles (+17,034)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,356 miles
    Test number
    204071285146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass107,322 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    107,322 miles
    Test number
    342544643861
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail107,321 miles (+12,701)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,321 miles
    Test number
    210073712119
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view on door (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass94,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    94,620 miles
    Test number
    245749341478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,619 miles (+6,807)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,619 miles
    Test number
    267991334095
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  11. Pass87,812 miles (+7,422)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,812 miles
    Test number
    501537234118
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass80,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    80,390 miles
    Test number
    982275988545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,390 miles (+5,214)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,390 miles
    Test number
    276918235845
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Pass75,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    75,176 miles
    Test number
    769606646309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,176 miles (+3,286)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,176 miles
    Test number
    727842857486
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  16. Pass71,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    71,890 miles
    Test number
    252850256739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,890 miles (+5,270)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,890 miles
    Test number
    731440013779
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass66,620 miles (+7,474)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,620 miles
    Test number
    645812181640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,146 miles (+4,445)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    59,146 miles
    Test number
    475982914391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,701 miles (+4,476)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    54,701 miles
    Test number
    777062093272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,225 miles (+5,344)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,225 miles
    Test number
    515338412305
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  22. Pass44,881 miles (+5,454)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    44,881 miles
    Test number
    136835201395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,427 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,427 miles
    Test number
    183272100396
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  24. Pass39,427 miles (+4,036)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    39,427 miles
    Test number
    843942700311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,391 miles (+3,892)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,391 miles
    Test number
    590234899289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  26. Pass31,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,499 miles
    Test number
    750916198228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail31,499 miles (+3,697)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,499 miles
    Test number
    120896498238
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  28. Pass27,802 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    27,802 miles
    Test number
    654162607382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail27,731 miles (+6,459)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,731 miles
    Test number
    300763897483
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  30. Pass21,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,272 miles
    Test number
    230128896252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 FHH

Does LS52 FHH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 FHH is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FHH?
The MOT on LS52 FHH is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 FHH done?
LS52 FHH was recorded at 164,286 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 7,508 miles a year.
Has LS52 FHH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FHH has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 FHH 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 LS52 FHH find?
LS52 FHH passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear coil spring corroded.

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