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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LS52 UOPMOT history

LS52 UOP is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 116,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2022.

LS52 UOP blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Jul 2023
Mileage
116,091 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,462 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 UOP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
6 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 UOP was last recorded at 116,091 miles on 25 Jul 2022, 4,145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,946 miles · 25 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
4,145 miles
Average per year
6,462 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 116,091 miles
  • 2021 – 111,946 miles
  • 2020 – 107,250 miles
  • 2019 – 101,382 miles
  • 2018 – 94,103 miles
  • 2017 – 86,285 miles
  • 2016 – 79,613 miles
  • 2015 – 73,880 miles
  • 2014 – 65,165 miles
  • 2013 – 57,569 miles
  • 2012 – 50,546 miles
  • 2011 – 43,202 miles
  • 2010 – 31,648 miles
  • 2009 – 25,495 miles
  • 2008 – 21,731 miles
  • 2007 – 17,766 miles
  • 2006 – 14,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,091 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front top mount noisey

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,091 miles (+4,145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    116,091 miles
    Test number
    857606844918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass111,946 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    111,946 miles
    Test number
    352059354909
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount noisey

  3. Fail111,940 miles (+4,690)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,940 miles
    Test number
    614668472439
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both front d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount noisey

  4. Pass107,250 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,250 miles
    Test number
    126622578418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail107,246 miles (+5,864)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,246 miles
    Test number
    821204343865
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush on lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear indicators emitting white light

  6. Pass101,382 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    101,382 miles
    Test number
    838314817331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail101,372 miles (+7,269)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,372 miles
    Test number
    648372317360
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorObligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass94,103 miles (+7,818)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    94,103 miles
    Test number
    775304308058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,285 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    86,285 miles
    Test number
    746830050328
    • AdvisoryE.M.L. on
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Fail86,285 miles (+6,672)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,285 miles
    Test number
    916728275355
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryE.M.L. on
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass79,613 miles (+5,733)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    79,613 miles
    Test number
    394110098519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  12. Pass73,880 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    73,880 miles
    Test number
    616807278658
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail73,857 miles (+8,692)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,857 miles
    Test number
    318119666289
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass65,165 miles (+7,596)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    65,165 miles
    Test number
    535959124362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEML light on at time of test
    • NoteOff side dip beam pattern poor
    • NoteRear centre seat belt stalk cover broken

  15. Pass57,569 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    57,569 miles
    Test number
    406013023436
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  16. Fail57,569 miles (+7,023)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,569 miles
    Test number
    268389913317
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  17. Pass50,546 miles (+7,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,546 miles
    Test number
    468431422325
    • 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)

  18. Pass43,202 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,202 miles
    Test number
    648512521376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,075 miles (+11,427)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,075 miles
    Test number
    728775511311
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass31,648 miles (+6,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    31,648 miles
    Test number
    811372920320
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail25,495 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,495 miles
    Test number
    244343429300
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass25,495 miles (+3,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    25,495 miles
    Test number
    471163629445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass21,731 miles (+3,965)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    21,731 miles
    Test number
    140565028328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,766 miles (+3,040)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    17,766 miles
    Test number
    351705927395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    14,726 miles
    Test number
    662181526373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 UOP

Does LS52 UOP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 UOP expired on 24 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 UOP?
The MOT on LS52 UOP expired on 24 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 UOP done?
LS52 UOP was recorded at 116,091 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2022, an average of 6,462 miles a year.
Has LS52 UOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 UOP has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LS52 UOP 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 UOP find?
LS52 UOP passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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