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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LS52 KYGMOT history

LS52 KYG is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 104,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

LS52 KYG silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
104,429 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 KYG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 KYG was last recorded at 104,429 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 74 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,355 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
74 miles
Average per year
3,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,429 miles
  • 2025 – 101,221 miles
  • 2023 – 98,790 miles
  • 2022 – 96,178 miles
  • 2021 – 93,464 miles
  • 2020 – 91,677 miles
  • 2019 – 89,070 miles
  • 2018 – 85,908 miles
  • 2017 – 83,479 miles
  • 2016 – 79,395 miles
  • 2015 – 76,324 miles
  • 2014 – 71,920 miles
  • 2013 – 57,905 miles
  • 2012 – 52,896 miles
  • 2011 – 51,111 miles
  • 2010 – 48,236 miles
  • 2009 – 43,527 miles
  • 2008 – 37,019 miles
  • 2007 – 34,450 miles
  • 2006 – 26,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,429 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (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.

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,429 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    104,429 miles
    Test number
    978899294265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail104,429 miles (+74)3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,429 miles
    Test number
    886312817824
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail104,355 miles (+3,134)1 dangerous9 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,355 miles
    Test number
    674439353909
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced lens deteriorated and bulb in wrong (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective lens and bulb in wrong (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm tread and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  4. Pass101,221 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    101,221 miles
    Test number
    234158217788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty rear box outer skin

  5. Fail101,221 miles (+2,431)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,221 miles
    Test number
    533226806931
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated badly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty rear box outer skin

  6. Pass98,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    98,790 miles
    Test number
    283134023732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail98,790 miles (+2,612)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,790 miles
    Test number
    388973262095
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass96,178 miles (+2,714)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,178 miles
    Test number
    955916555062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,464 miles
    Test number
    531864188653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,464 miles (+1,787)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,464 miles
    Test number
    776382258716
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass91,677 miles (+2,607)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    91,677 miles
    Test number
    808985558972
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  12. Pass89,070 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    89,070 miles
    Test number
    948880064384
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  13. Fail89,061 miles (+3,153)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,061 miles
    Test number
    177768267184
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no aim (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no aim (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  14. Pass85,908 miles (+2,429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,908 miles
    Test number
    266734521857
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusted

  15. Pass83,479 miles (+4,084)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    83,479 miles
    Test number
    642366814891
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass79,395 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,395 miles
    Test number
    869318345476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail79,395 miles (+3,071)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,395 miles
    Test number
    693440257866
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass76,324 miles (+4,404)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    76,324 miles
    Test number
    368947885091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,920 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    71,920 miles
    Test number
    455554514114
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Fail71,910 miles (+54)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,910 miles
    Test number
    696023514187
    • FailureFront All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Fail71,856 miles (+13,951)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,856 miles
    Test number
    515012614133
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  22. Pass57,905 miles (+5,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,905 miles
    Test number
    935412313191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass52,896 miles (+1,785)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    52,896 miles
    Test number
    577744902074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass51,111 miles (+2,875)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,111 miles
    Test number
    285878701037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    48,236 miles
    Test number
    523918100089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail48,236 miles (+4,709)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,236 miles
    Test number
    802888000064
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass43,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    43,527 miles
    Test number
    360689809041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail43,527 miles (+6,508)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,527 miles
    Test number
    591849609085
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass37,019 miles (+2,569)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    37,019 miles
    Test number
    324567508075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass34,450 miles (+7,606)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    34,450 miles
    Test number
    901180517084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass26,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    26,844 miles
    Test number
    193049106001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 KYG

Does LS52 KYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 KYG is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 KYG?
The MOT on LS52 KYG is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 KYG done?
LS52 KYG was recorded at 104,429 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 3,768 miles a year.
Has LS52 KYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 KYG has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS52 KYG 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 KYG find?
LS52 KYG passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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