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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LX52 LRUMOT history

LX52 LRU is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 136,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LX52 LRU green Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
136,433 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 LRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 LRU was last recorded at 136,433 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 2,359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,074 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,359 miles
Average per year
5,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,433 miles
  • 2025 – 134,074 miles
  • 2024 – 131,960 miles
  • 2023 – 130,134 miles
  • 2022 – 128,531 miles
  • 2021 – 126,410 miles
  • 2020 – 125,337 miles
  • 2019 – 120,608 miles
  • 2018 – 113,073 miles
  • 2017 – 103,708 miles
  • 2016 – 88,372 miles
  • 2015 – 74,479 miles
  • 2014 – 61,760 miles
  • 2013 – 57,406 miles
  • 2011 – 50,467 miles
  • 2010 – 46,815 miles
  • 2009 – 37,883 miles
  • 2008 – 30,363 miles
  • 2007 – 30,043 miles
  • 2006 – 29,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,433 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryAdvise condition of both wing mirror
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Engine MIL light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,433 miles (+2,359)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    136,433 miles
    Test number
    611087820168
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of both wing mirror
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass134,074 miles (+2,114)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    134,074 miles
    Test number
    619909142645
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt O/R and N/R
    • AdvisoryDamage to both wing mirrors
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass131,960 miles (+1,826)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    131,960 miles
    Test number
    218512324440
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/R and O/R (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/R and O/R
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Wing mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass130,134 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    130,134 miles
    Test number
    434938885835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Door Mirror Damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S & N/S Forward Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail130,134 miles (+1,603)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,134 miles
    Test number
    277836576986
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Reset (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Door Mirror Damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S & N/S Forward Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass128,531 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,531 miles
    Test number
    444388737925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both minor corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine mil light on pre july 2003

  7. Fail128,520 miles (+2,110)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,520 miles
    Test number
    903428017963
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mil light on pre july 2003

  8. Pass126,410 miles (+1,073)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,410 miles
    Test number
    833936493901
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of front headlamps
    • AdvisoryBack of engine is oily
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL light on - Pre July 2003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and cut in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass125,337 miles (+4,729)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,337 miles
    Test number
    162541983203
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Borderline (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCracking to fuel cap seal
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL light on - pre July 2003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass120,608 miles (+80)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    120,608 miles
    Test number
    654881622420
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail120,528 miles (+7,455)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,528 miles
    Test number
    683195925336
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass113,073 miles (+88)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    113,073 miles
    Test number
    152540038400
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light On
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Worn On Outside Edge

  13. Fail112,985 miles (+9,277)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,985 miles
    Test number
    967121854690
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light On
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Worn On Outside Edge

  14. Pass103,708 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    103,708 miles
    Test number
    353928432779
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Fail103,707 miles (+15,335)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,707 miles
    Test number
    430266278170
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Pass88,372 miles (+13,893)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    88,372 miles
    Test number
    361547026505
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryNail in NSR tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Pass74,479 miles (+12,719)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    74,479 miles
    Test number
    408746505087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear n/s tyre has deep cracking.

  18. Fail61,760 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,760 miles
    Test number
    599093804027
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth Rear Tyres Slight cracking on inner sidewall
    • NoteRear dices corroded on in side face
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  19. Pass61,760 miles (+4,354)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    61,760 miles
    Test number
    849013004065
    • NoteBoth Rear Tyres Slight cracking on inner sidewall
    • NoteRear dices corroded on in side face
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  20. Pass57,406 miles (+6,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,406 miles
    Test number
    985832603020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass50,467 miles (+3,652)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    50,467 miles
    Test number
    368785001349
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight cracking to offside rear tyre

  22. Pass46,815 miles (+8,932)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,815 miles
    Test number
    343382190298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear brake disc's starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight cracking to both rear tyres

  23. Pass37,883 miles (+7,520)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,883 miles
    Test number
    793037999253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,363 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    30,363 miles
    Test number
    951909908303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,359 miles (+316)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,359 miles
    Test number
    114958208316
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass30,043 miles (+138)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    30,043 miles
    Test number
    704537677266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail29,905 miles (+576)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,905 miles
    Test number
    482678517220
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass29,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    29,329 miles
    Test number
    954239666291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 LRU

Does LX52 LRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 LRU is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 LRU?
The MOT on LX52 LRU is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 LRU done?
LX52 LRU was recorded at 136,433 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 5,547 miles a year.
Has LX52 LRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 LRU has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LX52 LRU 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 LX52 LRU find?
LX52 LRU passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; advise condition of both wing mirror; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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