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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,200 cc

LX52 WOUMOT history

LX52 WOU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 96,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2023.

LX52 WOU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2023
Mileage
96,996 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 WOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX52 WOU was last recorded at 96,996 miles on 4 Jul 2023, 6,041 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,955 miles · 2 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
6,041 miles
Average per year
4,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 96,996 miles
  • 2022 – 90,955 miles
  • 2021 – 85,239 miles
  • 2019 – 75,585 miles
  • 2018 – 71,580 miles
  • 2017 – 64,778 miles
  • 2016 – 56,651 miles
  • 2015 – 43,453 miles
  • 2014 – 30,892 miles
  • 2013 – 29,909 miles
  • 2012 – 29,135 miles
  • 2011 – 28,295 miles
  • 2010 – 25,045 miles
  • 2009 – 21,306 miles
  • 2008 – 18,082 miles
  • 2007 – 16,859 miles
  • 2006 – 15,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,996 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorBrake master cylinder below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Inner Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Eml on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail96,996 miles (+6,041)3 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,996 miles
    Test number
    507344834361
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake master cylinder below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass90,955 miles (+5,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    90,955 miles
    Test number
    117741130119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass85,239 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    85,239 miles
    Test number
    686966807310
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEml on

  4. Fail85,239 miles (+9,654)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,239 miles
    Test number
    140646458839
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEml on

  5. Pass75,585 miles (+4,005)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,585 miles
    Test number
    217889248975
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass71,580 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    71,580 miles
    Test number
    577660957510
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail71,580 miles (+6,802)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,580 miles
    Test number
    989258684188
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake has no reserve travel

  8. Pass64,778 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    64,778 miles
    Test number
    736402941017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail64,773 miles (+8,122)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,773 miles
    Test number
    793918089482
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass56,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    56,651 miles
    Test number
    559796320549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail56,651 miles (+13,198)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,651 miles
    Test number
    737528251354
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass43,453 miles (+12,561)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    43,453 miles
    Test number
    746543310393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,892 miles (+983)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    30,892 miles
    Test number
    228596784278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,909 miles (+774)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    29,909 miles
    Test number
    229439243208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,135 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,135 miles
    Test number
    548528262231
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSlight corossion on rear exhaust box

  16. Pass29,135 miles (+840)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    29,135 miles
    Test number
    779158962206
    • NoteSlight corossion on rear exhaust box

  17. Pass28,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,295 miles
    Test number
    397898131498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,295 miles (+3,250)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,295 miles
    Test number
    806918631286
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass25,045 miles (+3,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    25,045 miles
    Test number
    230724160272
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass21,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    21,306 miles
    Test number
    164149869291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail21,306 miles (+3,224)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,306 miles
    Test number
    421319769208
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass18,082 miles (+1,223)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    18,082 miles
    Test number
    260584168228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,859 miles (+1,412)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,859 miles
    Test number
    152602177281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    15,447 miles
    Test number
    581291776215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 WOU

Does LX52 WOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 WOU expired on 1 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 WOU?
The MOT on LX52 WOU expired on 1 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 WOU done?
LX52 WOU was recorded at 96,996 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2023, an average of 4,865 miles a year.
Has LX52 WOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 WOU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LX52 WOU 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 WOU find?
LX52 WOU failed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside rear brake master cylinder leaking; offside rear parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel; offside rear parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel, and 7 more.

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