
Volkswagen Polo
Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc
LB52 FAOMOT history
LB52 FAO is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 148,274 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 18 Feb 2026
- Mileage
- 148,274 mi
- At MOT on 19 Feb 2025
- MOT tests
- 25
- 18 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 6,768 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB52 FAO
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 18 Jan 2003
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 18 Feb 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 19 Feb 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB52 FAO was last recorded at 148,274 miles on 19 Feb 2025, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 148,224 miles · 18 Nov 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 50 miles
- Average per year
- 6,768 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 148,274 miles
- 2024 – 148,224 miles
- 2023 – 131,403 miles
- 2022 – 125,581 miles
- 2021 – 110,222 miles
- 2020 – 102,388 miles
- 2019 – 96,952 miles
- 2016 – 95,525 miles
- 2015 – 90,472 miles
- 2014 – 85,265 miles
- 2013 – 78,462 miles
- 2012 – 70,789 miles
- 2011 – 58,994 miles
- 2010 – 48,120 miles
- 2009 – 41,382 miles
- 2008 – 36,009 miles
- 2007 – 28,578 miles
- 2006 – 23,330 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
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
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024
Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2
Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2014
Full MOT history
25 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass148,274 miles (+50)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 148,274 miles
- Test number
- 992720509717
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail148,224 miles (+16,821)6 dangerous12 major4 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,224 miles
- Test number
- 985400941466
- DangerousBrake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
- DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
- DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
- MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTailgate not opening
Pass131,403 miles (+5,822)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 131,403 miles
- Test number
- 328659706961
- MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryBoot lid can not be opened
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad wear sensor broken
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass125,581 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 125,581 miles
- Test number
- 307528640940
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail125,563 miles (+15,341)6 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 125,563 miles
- Test number
- 410159913500
- MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorTailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
Pass110,222 miles (+7,834)2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 110,222 miles
- Test number
- 181660624529
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryN/s sill rusty
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass102,388 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 102,388 miles
- Test number
- 919370990153
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail102,388 miles (+5,436)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,388 miles
- Test number
- 332473141396
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside 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))
Pass96,952 miles (+1,427)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 96,952 miles
- Test number
- 422961646183
- AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition
Pass95,525 miles (+5,053)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 95,525 miles
- Test number
- 447313717706
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass90,472 miles (+72)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 90,472 miles
- Test number
- 145560785157
- NoteEML lamp staying on
Fail90,400 miles (+5,135)2 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,400 miles
- Test number
- 149595175121
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- NoteEML lamp staying on
- NoteOffside rear caliper seized
Pass85,265 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 85,265 miles
- Test number
- 309996474135
- NoteRear Exhust box corroded
Fail85,262 miles (+6,800)3 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 85,262 miles
- Test number
- 568486074127
- FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteRear Exhust box corroded
Pass78,462 miles (+7,673)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 78,462 miles
- Test number
- 979073063150
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass70,789 miles (+11,795)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 70,789 miles
- Test number
- 478016062116
- NoteAdvise removal of air freshners from mirror, causing blind spot.
- NoteN/S/R Tyre cut in tread.
- NoteUnable to tilt drivers seat forward.
Pass58,994 miles6 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 58,994 miles
- Test number
- 279658961153
- NoteDrivers seat doesn't tilt forwards
- NoteNear side rear bump stop perished
- NoteNear side rear wheel bearing slightly noisy
- NotePAS pipe into back of steering rack slightly damp
- NoteRear exhaust silencer outer casing starting to rust
- NoteVarious minor chips in windscreen
Fail58,994 miles (+10,874)4 dangerous4 failures1 advisory8 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,994 miles
- Test number
- 259368761171
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteDrivers seat doesn't tilt forwards
- NoteNear side rear bump stop perished
- NoteNear side rear wheel bearing slightly noisy
- NotePAS pipe into back of steering rack slightly damp
- NoteRear exhaust silencer outer casing starting to rust
- NoteVarious cuts to tread in near side rear tyre and tyre worn slightly out of shape
- NoteVarious cuts to tread in off side rear tyre and tyre worn slightly out of shape
- NoteVarious minor chips in windscreen
Pass48,120 miles5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 48,120 miles
- Test number
- 141165450126
- NoteCouple of very small chips in windscreen
- NoteOff side rear indicator is pale in colour
- NotePAS pipe slightly damp over steering rack
- NoteRear exhaust silencer outer casing slightly rusty
- NoteWindscreen wipers slightly noisey
Fail48,120 miles (+6,738)1 repaired5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,120 miles
- Test number
- 434715550105
- Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- NoteCouple of very small chips in windscreen
- NoteOff side rear indicator is pale in colour
- NotePAS pipe slightly damp over steering rack
- NoteRear exhaust silencer outer casing slightly rusty
- NoteWindscreen wipers slightly noisey
Pass41,382 miles (+5,373)6 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 41,382 miles
- Test number
- 842499269157
- NoteBoth front console bushes split
- NoteFront anti-roll bar o/s sleeve split and slight play in bush
- NoteHigh level brake light not working
- NoteN/s wiper blade split
- NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted
- NoteSlight blow from center exhaust joint
Pass36,009 miles (+7,431)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 36,009 miles
- Test number
- 823882988112
- 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)
- NoteFront anti-roll bar inner collar has slight movement
Pass28,578 miles (+5,248)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jun 2008
- Odometer
- 28,578 miles
- Test number
- 914119457148
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
Pass23,330 miles (+4,370)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 23,330 miles
- Test number
- 562464396119
- NoteFront anti roll bar sleeves cracked
Pass18,960 miles4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 18,960 miles
- Test number
- 451131116078
- NoteF/N/S tyre 80% worn
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteF/o/s tyre BADLY WORN AT INNER EDGE
- NoteWet test
Questions about LB52 FAO
- Does LB52 FAO currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LB52 FAO expired on 18 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LB52 FAO?
- The MOT on LB52 FAO expired on 18 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LB52 FAO done?
- LB52 FAO was recorded at 148,274 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2025, an average of 6,768 miles a year.
- Has LB52 FAO ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB52 FAO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2024.
- Has the mileage on LB52 FAO 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 FAO find?
- LB52 FAO passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2025 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe; nearside axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.
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