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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LS52 UEPMOT history

LS52 UEP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 143,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2022.

LS52 UEP silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2023
Mileage
143,898 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,283 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 UEP
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
3 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 UEP was last recorded at 143,898 miles on 8 Dec 2022, 1,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,700 miles · 8 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,198 miles
Average per year
6,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 143,898 miles
  • 2021 – 142,700 miles
  • 2020 – 141,823 miles
  • 2019 – 140,138 miles
  • 2016 – 139,529 miles
  • 2015 – 139,523 miles
  • 2014 – 128,403 miles
  • 2013 – 123,537 miles
  • 2012 – 107,948 miles
  • 2011 – 80,377 miles
  • 2009 – 64,443 miles
  • 2008 – 52,046 miles
  • 2006 – 43,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,898 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Underside of vehicle is showing some signs of corrosion due to vehicle having been left standing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view cracked (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear exhaust box deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    143,898 miles
    Test number
    456384433620
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail143,898 miles (+1,198)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,898 miles
    Test number
    548102876564
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass142,700 miles (+877)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    142,700 miles
    Test number
    809625544294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,823 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    141,823 miles
    Test number
    836791057091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  5. Fail141,822 miles (+1,684)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,822 miles
    Test number
    671852224704
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  6. Pass140,138 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,138 miles
    Test number
    113695285910
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is showing some signs of corrosion due to vehicle having been left standing

  7. Fail140,127 miles (+598)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,127 miles
    Test number
    824525618342
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is showing some signs of corrosion due to vehicle having been left standing

  8. Pass139,529 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    139,529 miles
    Test number
    311619619793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass139,523 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    139,523 miles
    Test number
    381220186803
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view cracked (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  10. Fail139,518 miles (+11,115)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,518 miles
    Test number
    657657252472
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view cracked (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  11. Pass128,403 miles (+5)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    128,403 miles
    Test number
    779983624234
    • NoteNearside rear tyre close to 1.6mm limit
    • NoteOffside front anti roll bar link rubber starting to split
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer poor condition

  12. Fail128,398 miles (+4,861)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,398 miles
    Test number
    985610924217
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre close to 1.6mm limit
    • NoteOffside front anti roll bar link rubber starting to split
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer poor condition

  13. Pass123,537 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    123,537 miles
    Test number
    675934183189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Fail123,537 miles (+15,589)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,537 miles
    Test number
    128174683154
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust in poor condition

  15. Pass107,948 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    107,948 miles
    Test number
    956824042208
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail107,948 miles (+10,953)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,948 miles
    Test number
    585723142252
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass96,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    96,995 miles
    Test number
    547541762072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail96,995 miles (+16,618)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,995 miles
    Test number
    958600462048
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass80,377 miles (+68)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    80,377 miles
    Test number
    118680361088
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Fail80,309 miles (+15,866)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,309 miles
    Test number
    247999151047
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass64,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    64,443 miles
    Test number
    332812359448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail64,443 miles (+12,397)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,443 miles
    Test number
    252081659293
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass52,046 miles (+8,851)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    52,046 miles
    Test number
    140367568446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,195 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    43,195 miles
    Test number
    261220146367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,132 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    43,132 miles
    Test number
    212138426362
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS52 UEP

Does LS52 UEP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 UEP expired on 7 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 UEP?
The MOT on LS52 UEP expired on 7 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 UEP done?
LS52 UEP was recorded at 143,898 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2022, an average of 6,283 miles a year.
Has LS52 UEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 UEP has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LS52 UEP 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 UEP find?
LS52 UEP passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2022 with 1 advisory: offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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