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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LX02 KSVMOT history

LX02 KSV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 47,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2024.

LX02 KSV black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2025
Mileage
47,974 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 KSV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 KSV was last recorded at 47,974 miles on 21 Mar 2024, 1,997 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,977 miles · 6 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,997 miles
Average per year
1,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 47,974 miles
  • 2023 – 45,977 miles
  • 2022 – 44,025 miles
  • 2021 – 41,981 miles
  • 2020 – 39,701 miles
  • 2019 – 37,899 miles
  • 2018 – 37,848 miles
  • 2017 – 37,771 miles
  • 2016 – 37,633 miles
  • 2015 – 36,851 miles
  • 2014 – 34,216 miles
  • 2013 – 33,098 miles
  • 2012 – 31,784 miles
  • 2011 – 30,367 miles
  • 2010 – 29,304 miles
  • 2009 – 24,092 miles
  • 2008 – 16,410 miles
  • 2007 – 14,678 miles
  • 2006 – 13,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,974 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,974 miles (+1,997)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    47,974 miles
    Test number
    353729797495
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  2. Pass45,977 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    45,977 miles
    Test number
    198066628271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail45,973 miles (+1,948)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,973 miles
    Test number
    748669795838
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass44,025 miles (+2,044)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    44,025 miles
    Test number
    958569517489
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake limits only just met

  5. Pass41,981 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    41,981 miles
    Test number
    280723200020
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail41,981 miles (+2,280)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,981 miles
    Test number
    854127873481
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass39,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    39,701 miles
    Test number
    258052261140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail39,701 miles (+1,802)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,701 miles
    Test number
    250412724966
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass37,899 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    37,899 miles
    Test number
    640654092079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,848 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    37,848 miles
    Test number
    221973796392
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Pass37,771 miles (+138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    37,771 miles
    Test number
    744984449067
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass37,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    37,633 miles
    Test number
    577554213072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail37,633 miles (+782)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,633 miles
    Test number
    528408171697
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass36,851 miles (+2,635)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    36,851 miles
    Test number
    625617255038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,216 miles (+1,118)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    34,216 miles
    Test number
    408349244040
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll four coil sring have slight corrosion
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  16. Pass33,098 miles (+1,314)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    33,098 miles
    Test number
    988420753035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass31,784 miles (+1,417)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    31,784 miles
    Test number
    835712652045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,367 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    30,367 miles
    Test number
    395979131029
    • NoteMinor bulge nearside front tyre sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall perishing slightly

  19. Fail30,367 miles (+1,063)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,367 miles
    Test number
    175999431000
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteMinor bulge nearside front tyre sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall perishing slightly

  20. Pass29,304 miles (+5,212)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    29,304 miles
    Test number
    424381440046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,092 miles (+7,682)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    24,092 miles
    Test number
    462075939089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,410 miles (+1,732)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    16,410 miles
    Test number
    600101958051
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge.

  23. Pass14,678 miles (+1,111)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    14,678 miles
    Test number
    100687247016
    • NoteNearside seat back not folding forwords

  24. Pass13,567 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    13,567 miles
    Test number
    130484556480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail13,567 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,567 miles
    Test number
    831464956068
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX02 KSV

Does LX02 KSV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 KSV expired on 20 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 KSV?
The MOT on LX02 KSV expired on 20 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 KSV done?
LX02 KSV was recorded at 47,974 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2024, an average of 1,904 miles a year.
Has LX02 KSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 KSV has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LX02 KSV 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 LX02 KSV find?
LX02 KSV passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2024 with 3 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; oil leak, but not excessive; all suspension components corroded.

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