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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LS52 MDUMOT history

LS52 MDU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 100,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2022.

LS52 MDU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2023
Mileage
100,197 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 MDU
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 expired on 27 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 MDU was last recorded at 100,197 miles on 28 Oct 2022, 3,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 May 2019: 78,301 miles, lower than 78,428 miles on 14 Jun 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
96,409 miles · 28 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
3,788 miles
Average per year
4,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 100,197 miles
  • 2021 – 96,409 miles
  • 2020 – 88,600 miles
  • 2019 – 78,301 miles
  • 2017 – 78,428 miles
  • 2016 – 73,396 miles
  • 2015 – 68,772 miles
  • 2014 – 64,690 miles
  • 2013 – 63,317 miles
  • 2012 – 60,359 miles
  • 2011 – 51,279 miles
  • 2009 – 48,901 miles
  • 2008 – 44,790 miles
  • 2007 – 38,686 miles
  • 2006 – 34,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,197 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,197 miles (+3,788)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,197 miles
    Test number
    467922620200
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass96,409 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,409 miles
    Test number
    427514458642
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Fail96,409 miles (+7,809)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,409 miles
    Test number
    197892094069
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass88,600 miles (+10,299)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,600 miles
    Test number
    377276201847
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning indicates a fault

  5. Pass78,301 miles (-127)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,301 miles
    Test number
    693515756957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    78,428 miles
    Test number
    177551618595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail78,428 miles (+5,032)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,428 miles
    Test number
    768593013466
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Body has a projection caused by damage Mirror cover missing (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working Both (1.1.C.1d)

  8. Pass73,396 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,396 miles
    Test number
    917995209775
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror casing damaged, no sharp edges and mirror secure
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  9. Fail73,396 miles (+4,624)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,396 miles
    Test number
    102449173207
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror casing damaged, no sharp edges and mirror secure
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  10. Pass68,772 miles (+4,082)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    68,772 miles
    Test number
    485525255159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass64,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    64,690 miles
    Test number
    458776654147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,690 miles (+1,373)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,690 miles
    Test number
    579396154144
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass63,317 miles (+2,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,317 miles
    Test number
    238337083131
    • 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)

  14. Pass60,359 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    60,359 miles
    Test number
    436874782193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Fail60,359 miles (+9,080)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,359 miles
    Test number
    695874482119
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass51,279 miles (+2,378)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,279 miles
    Test number
    275150381192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    48,901 miles
    Test number
    924369379206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,901 miles (+4,111)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,901 miles
    Test number
    531019779239
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

  19. Pass44,790 miles (+6,104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,790 miles
    Test number
    300943778201
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass38,686 miles (+4,052)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,686 miles
    Test number
    241951767217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    34,634 miles
    Test number
    303004166478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 MDU

Does LS52 MDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 MDU expired on 27 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 MDU?
The MOT on LS52 MDU expired on 27 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 MDU done?
LS52 MDU was recorded at 100,197 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2022, an average of 4,072 miles a year.
Has LS52 MDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 MDU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LS52 MDU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 May 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS52 MDU find?
LS52 MDU passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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