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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB52 LVUMOT history

LB52 LVU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 157,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2025
Mileage
157,158 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,886 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 LVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 LVU was last recorded at 157,158 miles on 27 Nov 2024, 4,545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,613 miles · 25 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
4,545 miles
Average per year
7,886 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 157,158 miles
  • 2023 – 152,613 miles
  • 2022 – 149,450 miles
  • 2021 – 149,372 miles
  • 2019 – 148,380 miles
  • 2018 – 132,686 miles
  • 2017 – 123,427 miles
  • 2016 – 113,696 miles
  • 2015 – 104,928 miles
  • 2014 – 98,939 miles
  • 2013 – 89,656 miles
  • 2012 – 77,752 miles
  • 2011 – 68,465 miles
  • 2010 – 55,878 miles
  • 2009 – 44,170 miles
  • 2008 – 29,236 miles
  • 2007 – 18,589 miles
  • 2006 – 9,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,158 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,158 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    157,158 miles
    Test number
    927188210161
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail157,158 miles (+4,545)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,158 miles
    Test number
    598703402006
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass152,613 miles (+3,163)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    152,613 miles
    Test number
    516112737267
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  4. Pass149,450 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    149,450 miles
    Test number
    852290691574
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights have patterns that have only just met the criteria, Needs cleaning and adjusting accordingly

  5. Fail149,449 miles (+77)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,449 miles
    Test number
    817217563754
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both front. Also no adjustment on o/s/f (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass149,372 miles (+992)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    149,372 miles
    Test number
    257229147827
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass148,380 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    148,380 miles
    Test number
    318458146617
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail148,380 miles (+15,694)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,380 miles
    Test number
    553680003190
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass132,686 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    132,686 miles
    Test number
    584185822450
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe in poor con
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail132,686 miles (+9,259)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,686 miles
    Test number
    868145919911
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe in poor con
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass123,427 miles (+9,731)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    123,427 miles
    Test number
    890823600826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass113,696 miles (+8,768)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    113,696 miles
    Test number
    125938099189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass104,928 miles (+5,989)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    104,928 miles
    Test number
    855487225136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,939 miles (+9,283)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,939 miles
    Test number
    448649524158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,656 miles (+11,904)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    89,656 miles
    Test number
    168835593066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,752 miles (+9,287)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,752 miles
    Test number
    755222012187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,465 miles (+12,587)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,465 miles
    Test number
    118187711151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISC'S IN POOR CONDITION.

  18. Pass55,878 miles (+11,708)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,878 miles
    Test number
    373239110117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,170 miles (+14,934)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,170 miles
    Test number
    214544119182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,236 miles (+10,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    29,236 miles
    Test number
    662462698010
    • 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)

  21. Pass18,589 miles (+8,593)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,589 miles
    Test number
    204774517175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,996 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    9,996 miles
    Test number
    114600396000
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing screen

Questions about LB52 LVU

Does LB52 LVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 LVU expired on 5 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 LVU?
The MOT on LB52 LVU expired on 5 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 LVU done?
LB52 LVU was recorded at 157,158 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2024, an average of 7,886 miles a year.
Has LB52 LVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 LVU has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB52 LVU 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 LVU find?
LB52 LVU passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2024 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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