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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB52 BFYMOT history

LB52 BFY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 89,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jan 2025
Mileage
89,301 mi
At MOT on 31 Dec 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 BFY
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
3 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Dec 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB52 BFY was last recorded at 89,301 miles on 31 Dec 2024, 1,145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,156 miles · 2 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
1,145 miles
Average per year
4,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,301 miles
  • 2023 – 88,155 miles
  • 2022 – 87,278 miles
  • 2021 – 73,287 miles
  • 2020 – 68,001 miles
  • 2019 – 56,981 miles
  • 2018 – 48,600 miles
  • 2017 – 42,450 miles
  • 2016 – 37,423 miles
  • 2015 – 30,621 miles
  • 2014 – 28,781 miles
  • 2013 – 27,685 miles
  • 2012 – 26,723 miles
  • 2011 – 25,389 miles
  • 2010 – 24,328 miles
  • 2009 – 22,445 miles
  • 2008 – 18,243 miles
  • 2007 – 14,513 miles
  • 2006 – 10,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,301 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,301 miles (+1,145)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,301 miles
    Test number
    265707714922
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut to cords (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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  2. Pass88,156 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    88,156 miles
    Test number
    241911892605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail88,155 miles (+877)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,155 miles
    Test number
    640559446456
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass87,278 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    87,278 miles
    Test number
    964422676509
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge advise changing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail87,277 miles (+5,891)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,277 miles
    Test number
    611207352892
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise changing worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass81,386 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    81,386 miles
    Test number
    168154449222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,385 miles (+8,098)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,385 miles
    Test number
    885566857190
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass73,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    73,287 miles
    Test number
    563948771693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail73,287 miles (+5,286)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,287 miles
    Test number
    872372807738
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass68,001 miles (+11,020)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    68,001 miles
    Test number
    183475132877
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass56,981 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    56,981 miles
    Test number
    872814638568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,979 miles (+8,379)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,979 miles
    Test number
    858879761065
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass48,600 miles (+6,150)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    48,600 miles
    Test number
    774926512443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,450 miles (+5,027)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    42,450 miles
    Test number
    416306438744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,423 miles (+6,802)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    37,423 miles
    Test number
    265576742433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,621 miles (+1,840)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    30,621 miles
    Test number
    447129125065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,781 miles (+1,096)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    28,781 miles
    Test number
    966036034076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,685 miles (+962)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    27,685 miles
    Test number
    518051433028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,723 miles (+1,334)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    26,723 miles
    Test number
    807892532033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,389 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    25,389 miles
    Test number
    468724531037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,328 miles (+1,883)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    24,328 miles
    Test number
    371745830059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,445 miles (+4,202)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    22,445 miles
    Test number
    171749409420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail18,243 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,243 miles
    Test number
    390572608093
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass18,243 miles (+3,730)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    18,243 miles
    Test number
    700362608026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,513 miles (+3,738)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    14,513 miles
    Test number
    322734407080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    10,775 miles
    Test number
    470323606010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 BFY

Does LB52 BFY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 BFY expired on 1 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 BFY?
The MOT on LB52 BFY expired on 1 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 BFY done?
LB52 BFY was recorded at 89,301 miles at its MOT on 31 Dec 2024, an average of 4,135 miles a year.
Has LB52 BFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 BFY has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB52 BFY 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 BFY find?
LB52 BFY failed its latest MOT on 31 Dec 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed cut to cords; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 4 more.

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