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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LX52 WNPMOT history

LX52 WNP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 77,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

LX52 WNP silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
77,381 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 WNP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 WNP was last recorded at 77,381 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,381 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,381 miles
  • 2024 – 70,083 miles
  • 2023 – 64,437 miles
  • 2022 – 62,150 miles
  • 2021 – 58,873 miles
  • 2020 – 53,670 miles
  • 2019 – 44,199 miles
  • 2018 – 43,250 miles
  • 2017 – 40,844 miles
  • 2016 – 38,803 miles
  • 2015 – 36,995 miles
  • 2014 – 35,435 miles
  • 2013 – 33,850 miles
  • 2012 – 32,196 miles
  • 2011 – 30,663 miles
  • 2010 – 29,248 miles
  • 2009 – 26,382 miles
  • 2008 – 23,612 miles
  • 2007 – 20,324 miles
  • 2006 – 15,283 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,381 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front tyre tread worn to 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,381 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    77,381 miles
    Test number
    490575058184
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
  2. Fail77,381 miles (+7,298)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,381 miles
    Test number
    193148246327
    • MajorBrake hose excessively deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
  3. Pass70,083 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    70,083 miles
    Test number
    441885655675
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  4. Fail70,071 miles (+5,634)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,071 miles
    Test number
    291101724016
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both front 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  5. Pass64,437 miles (+11)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    64,437 miles
    Test number
    974911060641
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread worn to 3mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail64,426 miles (+2,276)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,426 miles
    Test number
    635261815285
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut to tyre tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread worn to 3mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread worn to 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass62,150 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,150 miles
    Test number
    469560810506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn to 3mm/tread perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail62,138 miles (+3,265)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,138 miles
    Test number
    197424575732
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn to 3mm/tread perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass58,873 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,873 miles
    Test number
    303743315357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail58,873 miles (+5,203)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,873 miles
    Test number
    943510174963
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass53,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    53,670 miles
    Test number
    608067312076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail53,670 miles (+9,471)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,670 miles
    Test number
    764919512071
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNail in tyre n/s/f and n/s/r
  13. Pass44,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    44,199 miles
    Test number
    764758279030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail44,199 miles (+949)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,199 miles
    Test number
    455812588408
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wishbone has incorrect bolt securing it but is secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass43,250 miles (+2,406)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    43,250 miles
    Test number
    946418079981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,844 miles (+2,041)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    40,844 miles
    Test number
    613608394981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    38,803 miles
    Test number
    120918531569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,803 miles (+1,808)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,803 miles
    Test number
    277815390516
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
  19. Pass36,995 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    36,995 miles
    Test number
    147341635987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,985 miles (+1,550)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,985 miles
    Test number
    339974011047
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  21. Pass35,435 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    35,435 miles
    Test number
    418318124493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Fail35,435 miles (+1,585)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,435 miles
    Test number
    765696724381
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
  23. Pass33,850 miles (+1,654)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    33,850 miles
    Test number
    326204303377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,196 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,196 miles
    Test number
    246511522318
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  25. Pass32,196 miles (+1,533)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    32,196 miles
    Test number
    439651022400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    30,663 miles
    Test number
    349098301339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail30,663 miles (+1,415)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,663 miles
    Test number
    616011701306
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  28. Pass29,248 miles (+2,866)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    29,248 miles
    Test number
    463462900385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass26,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    26,382 miles
    Test number
    893094709348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail26,382 miles (+2,770)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,382 miles
    Test number
    314094909302
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  31. Pass23,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    23,612 miles
    Test number
    193478398220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail23,612 miles (+3,288)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,612 miles
    Test number
    232558098202
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  33. Pass20,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    20,324 miles
    Test number
    302425187482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail20,324 miles (+5,041)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,324 miles
    Test number
    301935087288
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
  35. Pass15,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    15,283 miles
    Test number
    543166316182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 WNP

Does LX52 WNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 WNP is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX52 WNP?
The MOT on LX52 WNP is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 WNP done?
LX52 WNP was recorded at 77,381 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 3,183 miles a year.
Has LX52 WNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 WNP has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LX52 WNP 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 WNP find?
LX52 WNP passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear axle corroded; rear exhaust corroded.

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