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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass148,274 miles
  • 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

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 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.

  1. 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)
  2. 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
  3. 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))
  4. Pass125,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    125,581 miles
    Test number
    307528640940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. 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))
  6. 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
  7. Pass102,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    102,388 miles
    Test number
    919370990153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. 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))
  9. Pass96,952 miles (+1,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    96,952 miles
    Test number
    422961646183
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition
  10. Pass95,525 miles (+5,053)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,525 miles
    Test number
    447313717706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,472 miles (+72)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    90,472 miles
    Test number
    145560785157
    • NoteEML lamp staying on
  12. 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
  13. Pass85,265 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    85,265 miles
    Test number
    309996474135
    • NoteRear Exhust box corroded
  14. 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
  15. Pass78,462 miles (+7,673)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    78,462 miles
    Test number
    979073063150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. 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.
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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)
  24. 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
  25. 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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