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Volkswagen Polo

Yellow · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LX52 ZHDMOT history

LX52 ZHD is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2024 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 119,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2024.

LX52 ZHD yellow Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2024
Mileage
119,898 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2024
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 ZHD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX52 ZHD was last recorded at 119,898 miles on 2 Jul 2024, 9,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,264 miles · 24 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
9,634 miles
Average per year
5,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 119,898 miles
  • 2023 – 110,264 miles
  • 2022 – 106,252 miles
  • 2021 – 101,957 miles
  • 2020 – 96,906 miles
  • 2019 – 92,443 miles
  • 2018 – 85,042 miles
  • 2017 – 80,924 miles
  • 2016 – 77,090 miles
  • 2015 – 70,818 miles
  • 2014 – 65,935 miles
  • 2013 – 57,504 miles
  • 2012 – 50,810 miles
  • 2011 – 43,761 miles
  • 2010 – 39,183 miles
  • 2009 – 34,569 miles
  • 2008 – 30,721 miles
  • 2007 – 27,176 miles
  • 2006 – 23,351 miles
  • 2005 – 17,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,898 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2013

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

33 tests since 20 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail119,898 miles (+9,634)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,898 miles
    Test number
    802350627650
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  2. Pass110,264 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    110,264 miles
    Test number
    952856251276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail110,251 miles (+3,999)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,251 miles
    Test number
    628809388422
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass106,252 miles5 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    106,252 miles
    Test number
    680347868484
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower front wing corroded but not structural
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill damaged but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail106,252 miles (+4,295)2 repaired5 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,252 miles
    Test number
    998179633472
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower front wing corroded but not structural
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill damaged but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass101,957 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    101,957 miles
    Test number
    984448280933
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside OUTER SILL DAMAGED BUT NOT EXCSESSIVE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail101,957 miles (+5,051)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,957 miles
    Test number
    434765218743
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (DANGREOUS) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth and cut in tread but not excessive (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside OUTER SILL DAMAGED BUT NOT EXCSESSIVE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ACROSS THE TREAD AND INNER SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ACROSS THE TREAD AND INNER SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass96,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    96,906 miles
    Test number
    328160394200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,906 miles (+4,463)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,906 miles
    Test number
    719957886242
    • MajorNearside Power steering component leaking steering rack gaiter wet from pas fluid (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass92,443 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,443 miles
    Test number
    752076019025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail92,441 miles (+7,399)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,441 miles
    Test number
    319467960357
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass85,042 miles (+4,118)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    85,042 miles
    Test number
    287389966042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,924 miles (+3,834)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,924 miles
    Test number
    455047991345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,090 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,090 miles
    Test number
    813513759110
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail77,090 miles (+6,272)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,090 miles
    Test number
    955574629949
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass70,818 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    70,818 miles
    Test number
    840689244586
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

  17. Fail70,818 miles (+4,883)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,818 miles
    Test number
    682437371232
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

  18. Pass65,935 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,935 miles
    Test number
    245604774263
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteFront brake imbalance 26% rear brake imbalance 25%

  19. Fail65,935 miles (+8,431)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,935 miles
    Test number
    798430874277
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront brake imbalance 26% rear brake imbalance 25%

  20. Pass57,504 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    57,504 miles
    Test number
    219310763275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light is on

  21. Fail57,504 miles (+6,694)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,504 miles
    Test number
    327130363497
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light is on

  22. Pass50,810 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    50,810 miles
    Test number
    479228372217
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  23. Fail50,810 miles (+7,049)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,810 miles
    Test number
    128498372231
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  24. Pass43,761 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    43,761 miles
    Test number
    516438351255
    • NoteBrake pad warning light is on.

  25. Fail43,761 miles (+4,578)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,761 miles
    Test number
    396908151260
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light is on.

  26. Pass39,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    39,183 miles
    Test number
    670296360258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail39,183 miles (+4,614)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,183 miles
    Test number
    874455160211
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass34,569 miles (+3,848)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    34,569 miles
    Test number
    391969559451
    • NoteO\s\r tyre cracking on side wall
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated

  29. Pass30,721 miles (+3,545)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    30,721 miles
    Test number
    730600178226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass27,176 miles (+3,825)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,176 miles
    Test number
    561516077242
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriored

  31. Pass23,351 miles (+6,098)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,351 miles
    Test number
    341110186412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass17,253 miles (+79)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    17,253 miles
    Test number
    472216865281
    • 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)

  33. Fail17,174 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,174 miles
    Test number
    852943565258
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • 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)

Questions about LX52 ZHD

Does LX52 ZHD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 ZHD expired on 23 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 ZHD?
The MOT on LX52 ZHD expired on 23 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 ZHD done?
LX52 ZHD was recorded at 119,898 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2024, an average of 5,469 miles a year.
Has LX52 ZHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 ZHD has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LX52 ZHD 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 ZHD find?
LX52 ZHD failed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2024 with 7 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside front body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; offside parking brake inoperative on one side, and 5 more.

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