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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB52 GVLMOT history

LB52 GVL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 148,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2026
Mileage
148,824 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 GVL
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
4 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB52 GVL was last recorded at 148,824 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 4,328 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,496 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,328 miles
Average per year
6,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,824 miles
  • 2025 – 144,496 miles
  • 2024 – 138,139 miles
  • 2023 – 133,325 miles
  • 2022 – 129,230 miles
  • 2021 – 124,782 miles
  • 2020 – 120,162 miles
  • 2019 – 115,994 miles
  • 2018 – 112,678 miles
  • 2017 – 108,284 miles
  • 2016 – 103,128 miles
  • 2015 – 97,598 miles
  • 2014 – 93,739 miles
  • 2013 – 89,003 miles
  • 2012 – 83,886 miles
  • 2011 – 79,321 miles
  • 2010 – 75,646 miles
  • 2009 – 50,162 miles
  • 2008 – 38,958 miles
  • 2007 – 28,379 miles
  • 2006 – 21,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail148,824 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture to rear (1.1.11 (a))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wing damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • EXHAUST CORRODING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • UNDERTRAYS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION OF SOME TESTABLE ITEMS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail148,824 miles (+4,328)1 dangerous9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,824 miles
    Test number
    888377707832
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture to rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing damaged
    • 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass144,496 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    144,496 miles
    Test number
    915525125232
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail144,490 miles (+6,351)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,490 miles
    Test number
    802194160827
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,139 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    138,139 miles
    Test number
    501771575028
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST CORRODING
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION OF SOME TESTABLE ITEMS

  5. Fail138,135 miles (+47)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,135 miles
    Test number
    819161067113
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST CORRODING
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION OF SOME TESTABLE ITEMS

  6. Fail138,088 miles (+4,763)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,088 miles
    Test number
    446637365057
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil weep
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under floor covers fitted
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack area (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass133,325 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    133,325 miles
    Test number
    482294665480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail133,321 miles (+4,091)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,321 miles
    Test number
    345225377226
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass129,230 miles (+4,448)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,230 miles
    Test number
    514770222778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass124,782 miles (+4,620)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    124,782 miles
    Test number
    531226112816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass120,162 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    120,162 miles
    Test number
    147373397042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,994 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    115,994 miles
    Test number
    635435776794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,678 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,678 miles
    Test number
    695742456974
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail112,677 miles (+4,393)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,677 miles
    Test number
    326181826052
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass108,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    108,284 miles
    Test number
    808350179700
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail108,284 miles (+5,156)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,284 miles
    Test number
    245341289459
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass103,128 miles (+5,530)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    103,128 miles
    Test number
    287227936525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass97,598 miles (+3,859)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    97,598 miles
    Test number
    221879493025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass93,739 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    93,739 miles
    Test number
    965870544224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail93,739 miles (+4,736)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,739 miles
    Test number
    957170044274
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass89,003 miles (+5,117)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    89,003 miles
    Test number
    849571043258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass83,886 miles (+4,565)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    83,886 miles
    Test number
    716135332250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail79,321 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,321 miles
    Test number
    149763221216
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN

  24. Pass79,321 miles (+3,675)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    79,321 miles
    Test number
    465753021209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN

  25. Pass75,646 miles (+9,281)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    75,646 miles
    Test number
    911642020258
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted/corroded

  26. Pass66,365 miles (+16,203)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    66,365 miles
    Test number
    813662510099
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass50,162 miles (+11,204)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    50,162 miles
    Test number
    304377609076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass38,958 miles (+10,579)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    38,958 miles
    Test number
    454644118090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,379 miles (+7,126)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,379 miles
    Test number
    274046417021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass21,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    21,253 miles
    Test number
    854650266026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 GVL

Does LB52 GVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 GVL expired on 15 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 GVL?
The MOT on LB52 GVL expired on 15 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 GVL done?
LB52 GVL was recorded at 148,824 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 6,216 miles a year.
Has LB52 GVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 GVL has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 GVL 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 GVL find?
LB52 GVL failed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture to rear; brake performance unable to be tested; emissions unable to be completed, and 11 more.

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