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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB52 GYUMOT history

LB52 GYU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 111,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
111,823 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 GYU
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
5 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 GYU was last recorded at 111,823 miles on 24 Jan 2026, 213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,610 miles · 13 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
213 miles
Average per year
4,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,823 miles
  • 2025 – 111,591 miles
  • 2024 – 100,751 miles
  • 2023 – 93,778 miles
  • 2022 – 75,604 miles
  • 2021 – 71,851 miles
  • 2020 – 68,283 miles
  • 2019 – 64,312 miles
  • 2018 – 61,196 miles
  • 2017 – 56,876 miles
  • 2016 – 51,532 miles
  • 2015 – 48,728 miles
  • 2014 – 46,898 miles
  • 2013 – 45,607 miles
  • 2012 – 44,317 miles
  • 2011 – 41,924 miles
  • 2010 – 38,627 miles
  • 2009 – 36,403 miles
  • 2008 – 34,337 miles
  • 2007 – 30,706 miles
  • 2006 – 21,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,823 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seatsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass111,823 miles (+213)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    111,823 miles
    Test number
    785894401231
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats

  2. Fail111,610 miles (+19)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,610 miles
    Test number
    433440691318
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats

  3. Fail111,591 miles (+10,840)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,591 miles
    Test number
    364049922313
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test entire row

  4. Pass100,751 miles (+6,973)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    100,751 miles
    Test number
    465548522317
    • MinorNearside 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 Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,778 miles (+18,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    93,778 miles
    Test number
    457551543678
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass75,604 miles (+3,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,604 miles
    Test number
    499196931263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass71,851 miles (+3,568)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    71,851 miles
    Test number
    417572419181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,283 miles (+3,971)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,283 miles
    Test number
    217149767181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,312 miles
    Test number
    718618158269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail64,312 miles (+1,439)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,312 miles
    Test number
    204621485749
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  11. Pass62,873 miles (+1,677)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    62,873 miles
    Test number
    113739811554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,196 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    61,196 miles
    Test number
    980370273412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,146 miles (+4,270)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,146 miles
    Test number
    311201436010
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  14. Pass56,876 miles (+5,344)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    56,876 miles
    Test number
    203504411549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,532 miles (+2,804)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,532 miles
    Test number
    386897046906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,728 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,728 miles
    Test number
    929965115038
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail48,728 miles (+1,830)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,728 miles
    Test number
    158315215014
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass46,898 miles (+1,291)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    46,898 miles
    Test number
    766568514051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,607 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,607 miles
    Test number
    335073033030
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass45,607 miles (+1,290)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,607 miles
    Test number
    976093933047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    44,317 miles
    Test number
    729563732039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,317 miles (+2,393)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,317 miles
    Test number
    458443832069
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass41,924 miles (+3,297)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    41,924 miles
    Test number
    115206401431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,627 miles (+2,224)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    38,627 miles
    Test number
    721576800091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,403 miles (+2,066)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    36,403 miles
    Test number
    312036429033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,337 miles (+3,631)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    34,337 miles
    Test number
    300706318008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,706 miles (+8,788)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    30,706 miles
    Test number
    273345227061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,918 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    21,918 miles
    Test number
    160316626494
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about LB52 GYU

Does LB52 GYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 GYU is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 GYU?
The MOT on LB52 GYU is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 GYU done?
LB52 GYU was recorded at 111,823 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2026, an average of 4,496 miles a year.
Has LB52 GYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 GYU has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 GYU 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 GYU find?
LB52 GYU passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge, and 3 more.

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