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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB52 AEAMOT history

LB52 AEA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 98,683 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2026
Mileage
98,683 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 AEA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB52 AEA was last recorded at 98,683 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 12,704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,979 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
12,704 miles
Average per year
4,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,683 miles
  • 2025 – 85,979 miles
  • 2024 – 77,610 miles
  • 2023 – 74,986 miles
  • 2022 – 69,401 miles
  • 2020 – 68,851 miles
  • 2019 – 68,116 miles
  • 2018 – 67,724 miles
  • 2017 – 66,526 miles
  • 2016 – 61,926 miles
  • 2015 – 54,976 miles
  • 2014 – 50,489 miles
  • 2013 – 45,515 miles
  • 2012 – 43,975 miles
  • 2011 – 35,536 miles
  • 2010 – 29,191 miles
  • 2009 – 27,468 miles
  • 2008 – 26,138 miles
  • 2007 – 22,418 miles
  • 2006 – 15,573 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail98,683 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorPower steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting rubbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAux belt cracked
  • AdvisoryHole in boot floor.

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 Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail98,683 miles (+12,704)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,683 miles
    Test number
    560367872578
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorPower steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting rubbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAux belt cracked
    • AdvisoryHole in boot floor.

  2. Pass85,979 miles (+254)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    85,979 miles
    Test number
    502269183352
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAux belt cracking
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle missing ,but can still be opened
    • AdvisoryHole in boot floor

  3. Fail85,725 miles (+8,115)1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,725 miles
    Test number
    154049229291
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAux belt cracking
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle missing ,but can still be opened
    • AdvisoryHole in boot floor

  4. Pass77,610 miles (+2,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    77,610 miles
    Test number
    227237862104
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shocker casing corroded both

  5. Pass74,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    74,986 miles
    Test number
    458234404871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail74,986 miles (+5,585)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,986 miles
    Test number
    201743265437
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass69,401 miles (+550)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    69,401 miles
    Test number
    227710600322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass68,851 miles (+7)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,851 miles
    Test number
    236204810990
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail68,844 miles (+728)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,844 miles
    Test number
    589816193114
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass68,116 miles (+392)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,116 miles
    Test number
    760521160312
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Deteriorated

  11. Pass67,724 miles (+1,198)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    67,724 miles
    Test number
    834568318103
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Deteriorated

  12. Pass66,526 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    66,526 miles
    Test number
    977037285266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,523 miles (+4,597)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,523 miles
    Test number
    776349440264
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)

  14. Pass61,926 miles (+6,950)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    61,926 miles
    Test number
    573197208019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,976 miles (+4,487)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    54,976 miles
    Test number
    136217445542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,489 miles (+4,974)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    50,489 miles
    Test number
    655283324334
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass45,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    45,515 miles
    Test number
    208786123379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,512 miles (+1,537)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,512 miles
    Test number
    769576723323
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass43,975 miles (+8,439)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    43,975 miles
    Test number
    885585902321
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass35,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    35,536 miles
    Test number
    705280231323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail35,536 miles (+6,345)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,536 miles
    Test number
    949613121336
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEml light on

  22. Pass29,191 miles (+1,723)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    29,191 miles
    Test number
    372506120338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,468 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    27,468 miles
    Test number
    234507719369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,467 miles (+1,329)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,467 miles
    Test number
    563446619310
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass26,138 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    26,138 miles
    Test number
    861050128360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll b/discs poor condition

  26. Fail26,138 miles (+3,720)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,138 miles
    Test number
    471088918310
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll b/discs poor condition

  27. Pass22,418 miles (+6,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    22,418 miles
    Test number
    412293427419
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass15,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    15,573 miles
    Test number
    812651336306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 AEA

Does LB52 AEA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 AEA expired on 22 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 AEA?
The MOT on LB52 AEA expired on 22 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 AEA done?
LB52 AEA was recorded at 98,683 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 4,321 miles a year.
Has LB52 AEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 AEA has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 AEA 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 AEA find?
LB52 AEA failed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 7 major defects and 5 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 9 more.

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