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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB52 FYAMOT history

LB52 FYA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 92,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2024
Mileage
92,514 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 FYA
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
27 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB52 FYA was last recorded at 92,514 miles on 11 Dec 2023, 3,021 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jan 2014: 18,629 miles, lower than 36,120 miles on 15 Jan 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,493 miles · 16 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
3,021 miles
Average per year
4,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 92,514 miles
  • 2022 – 89,493 miles
  • 2021 – 82,542 miles
  • 2020 – 67,680 miles
  • 2019 – 60,355 miles
  • 2017 – 56,324 miles
  • 2016 – 51,668 miles
  • 2015 – 47,823 miles
  • 2014 – 18,630 miles
  • 2013 – 36,120 miles
  • 2011 – 32,836 miles
  • 2010 – 25,574 miles
  • 2009 – 21,732 miles
  • 2008 – 19,982 miles
  • 2007 – 18,543 miles
  • 2006 – 16,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail92,514 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail92,514 miles (+3,021)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,514 miles
    Test number
    245956839139
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass89,493 miles (+6,951)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,493 miles
    Test number
    518707625054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,542 miles (+6,764)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    82,542 miles
    Test number
    658545908714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,778 miles (+8,098)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    75,778 miles
    Test number
    857878673375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass67,680 miles (+7,325)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,680 miles
    Test number
    206703438467
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass60,355 miles (+4,031)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    60,355 miles
    Test number
    510765692351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass56,324 miles (+4,656)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    56,324 miles
    Test number
    530233039523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,668 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,668 miles
    Test number
    616164873402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D-BUSH (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail51,668 miles (+3,845)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,668 miles
    Test number
    768739023490
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

  10. Pass47,823 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    47,823 miles
    Test number
    943119343942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail47,820 miles (+29,190)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,820 miles
    Test number
    736240321581
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock absorber is worn

  12. Pass18,630 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    18,630 miles
    Test number
    858952524004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail18,629 miles (-17,491)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,629 miles
    Test number
    908621514073
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail36,120 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,120 miles
    Test number
    446935213087
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass36,120 miles (+3,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    36,120 miles
    Test number
    985815813079
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass32,836 miles (+2,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    32,836 miles
    Test number
    568323561348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass30,524 miles (+66)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    30,524 miles
    Test number
    776977021059
    • NoteN/s/r indicator amber colour faded

  18. Fail30,458 miles (+4,884)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,458 miles
    Test number
    866811421005
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/S/F TREAD VERY CLOSE TO 1.6mm LIMIT
    • NoteO/S/F TYRE TREAD ON 1.6mm LIMIT
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edges
    • NoteN/s/r tyre outer sidewall perished

  19. Pass25,574 miles (+3,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    25,574 miles
    Test number
    910325010043
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass21,732 miles (+1,750)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,732 miles
    Test number
    882572029005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,982 miles (+1,439)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    19,982 miles
    Test number
    104281918460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    18,543 miles
    Test number
    181557117491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail18,543 miles (+2,289)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,543 miles
    Test number
    504436117025
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  24. Pass16,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    16,254 miles
    Test number
    194628916420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail16,254 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,254 miles
    Test number
    930967616056
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB52 FYA

Does LB52 FYA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 FYA expired on 4 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 FYA?
The MOT on LB52 FYA expired on 4 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 FYA done?
LB52 FYA was recorded at 92,514 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2023, an average of 4,261 miles a year.
Has LB52 FYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 FYA has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB52 FYA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jan 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB52 FYA find?
LB52 FYA failed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2023 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 10 more.

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