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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LB52 ADXMOT history

LB52 ADX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 5 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 92,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Sept 2027
Mileage
92,320 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 ADX
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
18 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 ADX was last recorded at 92,320 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 1,369 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,951 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,369 miles
Average per year
3,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,320 miles
  • 2025 – 90,951 miles
  • 2024 – 89,363 miles
  • 2023 – 87,511 miles
  • 2022 – 85,860 miles
  • 2021 – 83,667 miles
  • 2020 – 82,168 miles
  • 2019 – 80,377 miles
  • 2018 – 77,165 miles
  • 2017 – 69,632 miles
  • 2016 – 68,473 miles
  • 2015 – 62,072 miles
  • 2014 – 54,904 miles
  • 2013 – 51,719 miles
  • 2012 – 46,645 miles
  • 2011 – 42,573 miles
  • 2010 – 38,958 miles
  • 2009 – 33,611 miles
  • 2008 – 29,488 miles
  • 2007 – 26,481 miles
  • 2006 – 23,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,320 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,320 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    92,320 miles
    Test number
    287496047685
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail92,320 miles (+1,369)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,320 miles
    Test number
    399131861029
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass90,951 miles (+1,588)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    90,951 miles
    Test number
    291958358019
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass89,363 miles (+1,852)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    89,363 miles
    Test number
    188754303526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,511 miles (+1,651)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    87,511 miles
    Test number
    559188531861
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass85,860 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,860 miles
    Test number
    468934134855
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail85,858 miles (+2,191)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,858 miles
    Test number
    427137904966
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass83,667 miles (+1,499)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,667 miles
    Test number
    190894573745
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront washers poor but adequate

  9. Pass82,168 miles (+1,791)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    82,168 miles
    Test number
    724068560594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,377 miles (+3,212)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,377 miles
    Test number
    638469707075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    77,165 miles
    Test number
    328176174665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,165 miles (+7,533)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,165 miles
    Test number
    935865414898
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  13. Pass69,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,632 miles
    Test number
    995995213790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,632 miles (+1,159)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,632 miles
    Test number
    863899823082
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass68,473 miles (+6,401)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,473 miles
    Test number
    487160331643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    62,072 miles
    Test number
    643488851016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail62,072 miles (+7,168)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,072 miles
    Test number
    923100317282
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm ns and os front (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  18. Pass54,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    54,904 miles
    Test number
    207526654368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail54,904 miles (+3,185)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,904 miles
    Test number
    479922154416
    • DangerousBonnet handle brocken
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass51,719 miles (+6)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    51,719 miles
    Test number
    888243043361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  21. Fail51,713 miles (+5,068)2 dangerous2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,713 miles
    Test number
    629721233342
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  22. Pass46,645 miles (+4,072)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,645 miles
    Test number
    947625632383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,573 miles (+3,615)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,573 miles
    Test number
    716715651375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    38,958 miles
    Test number
    562992910362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail38,958 miles (+5,347)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,958 miles
    Test number
    724372710364
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass33,611 miles (+4,123)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    33,611 miles
    Test number
    223065819363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass29,488 miles (+3,007)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    29,488 miles
    Test number
    140194328206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished and in poor condition
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  28. Pass26,481 miles (+2,542)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    26,481 miles
    Test number
    352857227207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass23,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    23,939 miles
    Test number
    683942026273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail23,939 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,939 miles
    Test number
    381362126488
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside mirror cracked

Questions about LB52 ADX

Does LB52 ADX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 ADX is valid until 5 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 ADX?
The MOT on LB52 ADX is valid until 5 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 ADX done?
LB52 ADX was recorded at 92,320 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 3,409 miles a year.
Has LB52 ADX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 ADX has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 ADX 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 LB52 ADX find?
LB52 ADX passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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