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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,200 cc

LX52 TYGMOT history

LX52 TYG is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

LX52 TYG red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
97,614 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 TYG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 TYG was last recorded at 97,614 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 15,053 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,561 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
15,053 miles
Average per year
3,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,614 miles
  • 2025 – 82,561 miles
  • 2024 – 76,974 miles
  • 2023 – 75,009 miles
  • 2022 – 73,468 miles
  • 2021 – 72,449 miles
  • 2020 – 71,256 miles
  • 2019 – 70,204 miles
  • 2018 – 68,307 miles
  • 2017 – 63,872 miles
  • 2016 – 61,450 miles
  • 2015 – 59,224 miles
  • 2014 – 57,426 miles
  • 2013 – 54,806 miles
  • 2012 – 49,819 miles
  • 2011 – 47,019 miles
  • 2010 – 42,576 miles
  • 2009 – 39,213 miles
  • 2008 – 32,884 miles
  • 2007 – 24,750 miles
  • 2006 – 17,139 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,614 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens held in by tape
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust silcencer heavily corroded
  • AdvisoryRear no access to no rear seat beltsd

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust rear box casing heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,614 miles (+15,053)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    97,614 miles
    Test number
    486149822130
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens held in by tape
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silcencer heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear no access to no rear seat beltsd

  2. Pass82,561 miles (+227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    82,561 miles
    Test number
    994635359533
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box casing heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail82,334 miles (+5,360)1 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,334 miles
    Test number
    150198503462
    • DangerousObstruction in drivers footwell - fuse box hanging in front of pedals
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box casing heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass76,974 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    76,974 miles
    Test number
    364852493820
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail76,974 miles (+1,965)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,974 miles
    Test number
    167427553123
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass75,009 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    75,009 miles
    Test number
    457932054971
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail74,995 miles (+1,527)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,995 miles
    Test number
    113969518650
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass73,468 miles (+1,019)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    73,468 miles
    Test number
    919069009416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,449 miles (+1,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    72,449 miles
    Test number
    623729957567
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass71,256 miles (+1,052)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    71,256 miles
    Test number
    586746333821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,204 miles (+1,897)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    70,204 miles
    Test number
    658078836889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,307 miles (+4,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,307 miles
    Test number
    949206413688
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  13. Pass63,872 miles (+2,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,872 miles
    Test number
    649875809910
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres Perished
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Corroded

  14. Pass61,450 miles (+2,226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    61,450 miles
    Test number
    541814708824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass59,224 miles (+1,798)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    59,224 miles
    Test number
    204385184120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.D.1e)

  16. Pass57,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    57,426 miles
    Test number
    577856644273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,426 miles (+2,620)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,426 miles
    Test number
    197376744240
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass54,806 miles (+4,987)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,806 miles
    Test number
    135552443213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,819 miles (+2,800)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    49,819 miles
    Test number
    339454042440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,019 miles (+4,443)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    47,019 miles
    Test number
    759445151292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,576 miles (+3,363)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    42,576 miles
    Test number
    424862050258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,213 miles (+6,329)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    39,213 miles
    Test number
    772414949218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,884 miles (+8,134)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,884 miles
    Test number
    194791248274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,750 miles (+7,611)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,750 miles
    Test number
    202726647231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    17,139 miles
    Test number
    233096436280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 TYG

Does LX52 TYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 TYG is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 TYG?
The MOT on LX52 TYG is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 TYG done?
LX52 TYG was recorded at 97,614 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 3,995 miles a year.
Has LX52 TYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 TYG has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LX52 TYG 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 TYG find?
LX52 TYG passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 9 more.

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