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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB52 AOTMOT history

LB52 AOT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 45,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
45,647 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 AOT
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
31 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 AOT was last recorded at 45,647 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 1,986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,661 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,986 miles
Average per year
1,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,647 miles
  • 2025 – 43,661 miles
  • 2024 – 41,980 miles
  • 2023 – 40,241 miles
  • 2022 – 37,191 miles
  • 2021 – 34,547 miles
  • 2019 – 33,375 miles
  • 2017 – 28,586 miles
  • 2016 – 25,271 miles
  • 2015 – 25,267 miles
  • 2014 – 25,223 miles
  • 2013 – 22,732 miles
  • 2012 – 20,282 miles
  • 2011 – 17,092 miles
  • 2010 – 14,877 miles
  • 2008 – 8,965 miles
  • 2007 – 7,553 miles
  • 2006 – 6,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,647 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop light not workingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,647 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    45,647 miles
    Test number
    127401955763
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail45,647 miles (+1,986)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,647 miles
    Test number
    834828164743
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass43,661 miles (+1,681)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    43,661 miles
    Test number
    660392161631
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop Light Not Working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass41,980 miles (+1,739)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    41,980 miles
    Test number
    206144250831
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass40,241 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    40,241 miles
    Test number
    524139730015
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil seepage

  6. Pass40,224 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    40,224 miles
    Test number
    439857093079
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Very old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Completely rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail40,224 miles (+3,033)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,224 miles
    Test number
    424400312446
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Very old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Completely rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass37,191 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    37,191 miles
    Test number
    140817897669
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail37,191 miles (+2,644)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,191 miles
    Test number
    416969186202
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass34,547 miles (+1,172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    34,547 miles
    Test number
    626535744031
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT and REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working

  11. Pass33,375 miles (+4,789)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    33,375 miles
    Test number
    771890840459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass28,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    28,586 miles
    Test number
    762920420352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail28,586 miles (+3,315)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,586 miles
    Test number
    370559206364
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass25,271 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    25,271 miles
    Test number
    415997459148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  15. Pass25,267 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    25,267 miles
    Test number
    206889065170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass25,223 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    25,223 miles
    Test number
    866324264117
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail25,223 miles (+2,491)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,223 miles
    Test number
    776934964133
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass22,732 miles (+2,450)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    22,732 miles
    Test number
    595601043144
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine light on

  19. Pass20,282 miles (+3,190)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    20,282 miles
    Test number
    658409052151
    • NoteBoth rear discs rusty on edges .discs will need replacing when rear pads are replaced
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cut in wall ok no worse than last year

  20. Pass17,092 miles (+2,215)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    17,092 miles
    Test number
    758110461177
    • NoteNearside front tyre cuts on outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear brake discs corroded on edges

  21. Fail14,877 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,877 miles
    Test number
    312452460188
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCuts in nearside front tyre sidewall
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded on edge

  22. Pass14,877 miles (+5,912)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    14,877 miles
    Test number
    424392060187
    • NoteCuts in nearside front tyre sidewall
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded on edge

  23. Pass8,965 miles (+1,412)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    8,965 miles
    Test number
    513412458092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,553 miles (+975)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    7,553 miles
    Test number
    953467357010
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront brake imbalance 20% limit 25%
    • NoteUnable to check underbody components correctly due to plastic covers fitted
    • NoteWipers starting to smear

  25. Pass6,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    6,578 miles
    Test number
    802615746076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 AOT

Does LB52 AOT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 AOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 AOT?
The MOT on LB52 AOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 AOT done?
LB52 AOT was recorded at 45,647 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 1,913 miles a year.
Has LB52 AOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 AOT has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 AOT 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 AOT find?
LB52 AOT passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs; central stop light not working, and 1 more.

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