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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LT52 CFMMOT history

LT52 CFM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 116,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

LT52 CFM blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
116,028 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT52 CFM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT52 CFM was last recorded at 116,028 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 2,272 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,756 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,272 miles
Average per year
4,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,028 miles
  • 2024 – 113,756 miles
  • 2023 – 111,294 miles
  • 2022 – 106,509 miles
  • 2020 – 104,884 miles
  • 2019 – 102,986 miles
  • 2018 – 98,480 miles
  • 2017 – 93,726 miles
  • 2016 – 89,237 miles
  • 2015 – 78,477 miles
  • 2014 – 71,453 miles
  • 2013 – 65,211 miles
  • 2012 – 61,115 miles
  • 2011 – 56,175 miles
  • 2010 – 56,095 miles
  • 2009 – 48,157 miles
  • 2008 – 43,301 miles
  • 2007 – 38,640 miles
  • 2006 – 31,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,028 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront bonnet edge corroded

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 Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TRAILING AXLE.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,028 miles (+2,272)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    116,028 miles
    Test number
    974705026875
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet edge corroded

  2. Pass113,756 miles (+2,462)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    113,756 miles
    Test number
    284837176154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,294 miles (+2,433)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    111,294 miles
    Test number
    875729223731
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,861 miles (+2,352)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    108,861 miles
    Test number
    851088447212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TRAILING AXLE. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TRAILING AXLE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass106,509 miles (+1,625)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    106,509 miles
    Test number
    316152384861
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TRAILING AXLE. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TRAILING AXLE. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass104,884 miles (+1,876)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,884 miles
    Test number
    337134227642
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded Upper coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass103,008 miles (+22)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,008 miles
    Test number
    154217906346
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail102,986 miles (+4,423)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,986 miles
    Test number
    734134649342
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (topped up) (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass98,563 miles (+83)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    98,563 miles
    Test number
    727031366331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail98,480 miles (+4,754)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,480 miles
    Test number
    920819393400
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass93,726 miles (+4,489)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    93,726 miles
    Test number
    734649078710
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust clamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  12. Pass89,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,237 miles
    Test number
    794502654235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,237 miles (+4,815)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,237 miles
    Test number
    399831255755
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass84,422 miles (+5,945)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    84,422 miles
    Test number
    106465842671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass78,477 miles (+7,024)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    78,477 miles
    Test number
    175200715444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,453 miles
    Test number
    665300624040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,453 miles (+6,242)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,453 miles
    Test number
    435280124052
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass65,211 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,211 miles
    Test number
    639338003069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail65,211 miles (+4,096)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,211 miles
    Test number
    455468603049
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass61,115 miles (+4,940)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,115 miles
    Test number
    748706602037
    • NoteN/s/f tyre getting low on outer edge. o/s/r tyre low on inner edge.

  21. Pass56,175 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,175 miles
    Test number
    906935001010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,095 miles (+3,865)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,095 miles
    Test number
    471753360462
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass52,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,230 miles
    Test number
    832354610099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail52,230 miles (+4,073)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,230 miles
    Test number
    594187400099
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail48,157 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,157 miles
    Test number
    102512009477
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  26. Pass48,157 miles (+4,856)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    48,157 miles
    Test number
    114622709413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    43,301 miles
    Test number
    870124808066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail43,301 miles (+4,661)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,301 miles
    Test number
    472174408096
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass38,640 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    38,640 miles
    Test number
    104550617087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail38,599 miles (+6,893)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,599 miles
    Test number
    210149707098
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  31. Pass31,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    31,706 miles
    Test number
    402219916024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail31,706 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,706 miles
    Test number
    861976716058
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LT52 CFM

Does LT52 CFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT52 CFM is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT52 CFM?
The MOT on LT52 CFM is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT52 CFM done?
LT52 CFM was recorded at 116,028 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 4,230 miles a year.
Has LT52 CFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT52 CFM has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on LT52 CFM 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 LT52 CFM find?
LT52 CFM passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 7 more.

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