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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LX52 PVPMOT history

LX52 PVP is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 111,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2021.

LX52 PVP blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2021
Mileage
111,102 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2021
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 PVP
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
6 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX52 PVP was last recorded at 111,102 miles on 6 Dec 2021, 18,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,761 miles · 11 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
18,341 miles
Average per year
5,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 111,102 miles
  • 2020 – 92,761 miles
  • 2019 – 84,533 miles
  • 2018 – 76,836 miles
  • 2017 – 69,704 miles
  • 2016 – 62,833 miles
  • 2015 – 56,996 miles
  • 2014 – 51,059 miles
  • 2013 – 47,069 miles
  • 2012 – 46,201 miles
  • 2011 – 45,310 miles
  • 2010 – 44,318 miles
  • 2009 – 43,461 miles
  • 2008 – 37,897 miles
  • 2007 – 31,535 miles
  • 2006 – 25,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail111,102 miles
  • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail111,102 miles (+18,341)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,102 miles
    Test number
    441700876968
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass92,761 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    92,761 miles
    Test number
    355822875014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail92,756 miles (+8,223)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,756 miles
    Test number
    331953085429
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi . (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass84,533 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,533 miles
    Test number
    421495685246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated in poor condition (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail84,522 miles (+7,686)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,522 miles
    Test number
    639992582395
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated in poor condition (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass76,836 miles (+7,132)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    76,836 miles
    Test number
    172906432549
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPassengers front seat does not tilt forward to allow access to rear

  7. Pass69,704 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,704 miles
    Test number
    702821026220
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flixe joint (7.1.2)

  8. Fail69,698 miles (+6,865)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,698 miles
    Test number
    726140021014
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flixe joint (7.1.2)

  9. Pass62,833 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    62,833 miles
    Test number
    945811027405
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front down pipe flixe joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  10. Fail62,833 miles (+5,837)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,833 miles
    Test number
    356469843769
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect reflector in side light broken (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front down pipe flixe joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Pass56,996 miles (+5,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    56,996 miles
    Test number
    268442971412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  12. Pass51,059 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    51,059 miles
    Test number
    387045134397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail51,059 miles (+3,990)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,059 miles
    Test number
    505105234326
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass47,069 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    47,069 miles
    Test number
    447774883253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,201 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    46,201 miles
    Test number
    695515382211
    • NoteRear screen washer inop
    • NoteUnder-tray slightly insecure on off side
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail46,201 miles (+891)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,201 miles
    Test number
    309435782463
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • NoteRear screen washer inop
    • NoteUnder-tray slightly insecure on off side
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass45,310 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    45,310 miles
    Test number
    335287681214
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f of vehicle
    • NoteWipers smearing

  18. Fail45,309 miles (+991)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,309 miles
    Test number
    709526581254
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f of vehicle
    • NoteWipers smearing

  19. Pass44,318 miles (+857)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,318 miles
    Test number
    603182990202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    43,461 miles
    Test number
    972740919332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,461 miles (+348)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,461 miles
    Test number
    632620419357
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  22. Fail43,113 miles (+5,216)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,113 miles
    Test number
    292989439296
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass37,897 miles (+6,362)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,897 miles
    Test number
    281350498244
    • NoteRear Indictors Bulbs slightly white

  24. Fail31,535 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,535 miles
    Test number
    350093247436
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass31,535 miles (+5,840)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    31,535 miles
    Test number
    801813747256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    25,695 miles
    Test number
    454171346209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 PVP

Does LX52 PVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 PVP expired on 10 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 PVP?
The MOT on LX52 PVP expired on 10 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 PVP done?
LX52 PVP was recorded at 111,102 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2021, an average of 5,592 miles a year.
Has LX52 PVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 PVP has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LX52 PVP 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 PVP find?
LX52 PVP failed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2021 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; offside front inner track rod end ball joint has excessive play, and 2 more.

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