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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LB52 AXWMOT history

LB52 AXW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 89,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
89,833 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 AXW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 AXW was last recorded at 89,833 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,833 miles · 10 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,833 miles
  • 2024 – 87,140 miles
  • 2023 – 86,061 miles
  • 2022 – 85,491 miles
  • 2021 – 84,379 miles
  • 2020 – 83,328 miles
  • 2019 – 82,073 miles
  • 2018 – 80,440 miles
  • 2017 – 78,539 miles
  • 2016 – 76,611 miles
  • 2015 – 74,290 miles
  • 2014 – 72,270 miles
  • 2013 – 70,305 miles
  • 2012 – 69,092 miles
  • 2011 – 64,105 miles
  • 2010 – 56,522 miles
  • 2009 – 49,521 miles
  • 2008 – 43,109 miles
  • 2007 – 36,774 miles
  • 2006 – 28,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,833 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel cap washer crackingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side tyre inner edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,833 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    89,833 miles
    Test number
    847826583575
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap washer cracking

  2. Fail89,833 miles (+2,693)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,833 miles
    Test number
    963541046101
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp affected by indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap washer cracking

  3. Pass87,140 miles (+1,079)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    87,140 miles
    Test number
    105006149026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,061 miles (+570)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    86,061 miles
    Test number
    844178282316
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass85,491 miles (+1,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    85,491 miles
    Test number
    794299052263
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass84,379 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    84,379 miles
    Test number
    481380872519
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side tyre inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail84,378 miles (+1,050)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,378 miles
    Test number
    573501786600
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both side (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side tyre inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass83,328 miles (+1,255)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    83,328 miles
    Test number
    603813494945
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass82,073 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,073 miles
    Test number
    940281301110
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail82,073 miles (+1,633)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,073 miles
    Test number
    620039457660
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass80,440 miles (+1,901)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    80,440 miles
    Test number
    358917544196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass78,539 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    78,539 miles
    Test number
    529918812711
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is ON
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Uneven tyre wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Serpentine belt deteriorated

  13. Fail78,539 miles (+1,928)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,539 miles
    Test number
    774558359218
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is ON
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Uneven tyre wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Serpentine belt deteriorated

  14. Pass76,611 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    76,611 miles
    Test number
    414345323913
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded BOTH LOWER REAR (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail76,611 miles (+2,321)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,611 miles
    Test number
    598036830868
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect BULB INCORRECTLY FITTED (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEML ON THE DASHBOARD
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded BOTH LOWER REAR (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass74,290 miles (+2,020)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    74,290 miles
    Test number
    872753511313
    • AdvisoryExhaust duct corroded
    • AdvisoryMIL Light stays on, on the dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust box corroded

  17. Pass72,270 miles (+1,965)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    72,270 miles
    Test number
    548502994242
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust duct and the n/s rear exhaust box corroded

  18. Pass70,305 miles (+1,213)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    70,305 miles
    Test number
    708360403382
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  19. Pass69,092 miles (+4,987)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    69,092 miles
    Test number
    935384892250
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r exhaust box corroded

  20. Pass64,105 miles (+7,583)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    64,105 miles
    Test number
    366071801318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront and rear undertrays fitted preventing full under vehicle inspection

  21. Pass56,522 miles (+7,001)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    56,522 miles
    Test number
    953149280256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    49,521 miles
    Test number
    932820599285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,521 miles (+6,412)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,521 miles
    Test number
    444770399289
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass43,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    43,109 miles
    Test number
    204682898285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail43,109 miles (+6,335)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,109 miles
    Test number
    912162498202
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass36,774 miles (+8,262)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    36,774 miles
    Test number
    620876707382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    28,512 miles
    Test number
    581075716305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail28,512 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,512 miles
    Test number
    393095716373
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about LB52 AXW

Does LB52 AXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 AXW is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB52 AXW?
The MOT on LB52 AXW is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 AXW done?
LB52 AXW was recorded at 89,833 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 3,227 miles a year.
Has LB52 AXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 AXW has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB52 AXW 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 AXW find?
LB52 AXW passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; fuel cap washer cracking.

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