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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB52 LVWMOT history

LB52 LVW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 109,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2023
Mileage
109,796 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,578 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 LVW
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
27 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 LVW was last recorded at 109,796 miles on 23 Mar 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,795 miles · 26 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,578 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 109,796 miles
  • 2021 – 104,874 miles
  • 2020 – 101,174 miles
  • 2019 – 98,199 miles
  • 2018 – 96,510 miles
  • 2016 – 93,364 miles
  • 2015 – 90,169 miles
  • 2014 – 86,890 miles
  • 2013 – 82,564 miles
  • 2012 – 70,218 miles
  • 2011 – 63,832 miles
  • 2010 – 56,766 miles
  • 2009 – 48,790 miles
  • 2008 – 41,123 miles
  • 2007 – 31,739 miles
  • 2006 – 19,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,796 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,796 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,796 miles
    Test number
    591138650862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail109,795 miles (+4,921)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,795 miles
    Test number
    404449476042
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass104,874 miles (+3,700)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,874 miles
    Test number
    532691801557
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS/OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake slight travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  4. Pass101,174 miles (+2,975)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,174 miles
    Test number
    603784798343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass98,199 miles (+1,689)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    98,199 miles
    Test number
    367011322029
    • AdvisoryCentral stop lamp 2 of 15 LED's not working (more than 50% working)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight wear on inner edge of tyre tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight deterioration on shock absorber outer cover
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight wear on inner edge of tyre tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight deterioration on shock absorber outer cover

  6. Pass96,510 miles (+3,146)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,510 miles
    Test number
    565120486045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,364 miles (+3,195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    93,364 miles
    Test number
    709626816988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nearside rear, preventing the full examination of the adult seatbelt

  8. Pass90,169 miles (+146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,169 miles
    Test number
    210974429455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail90,023 miles (+3,133)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,023 miles
    Test number
    569783398383
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass86,890 miles (+4,326)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    86,890 miles
    Test number
    537466254242
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded
    • NoteRear tyres on limit

  11. Pass82,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    82,564 miles
    Test number
    449411543205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,564 miles (+12,346)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,564 miles
    Test number
    905849133266
    • FailureNearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

  13. Pass70,218 miles (+6,386)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    70,218 miles
    Test number
    567111122213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,832 miles (+7,066)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    63,832 miles
    Test number
    268579181175
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass56,766 miles (+7,976)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,766 miles
    Test number
    940376960172
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  16. Fail48,790 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,790 miles
    Test number
    100359069151
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass48,790 miles (+7,667)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,790 miles
    Test number
    130339169148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Fail41,123 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,123 miles
    Test number
    464021078129
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

  19. Pass41,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    41,123 miles
    Test number
    782911578190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,123 miles (+9,384)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,123 miles
    Test number
    463508568155
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass31,739 miles (+11,864)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,739 miles
    Test number
    141688657163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    19,875 miles
    Test number
    412778836002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 LVW

Does LB52 LVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 LVW expired on 22 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 LVW?
The MOT on LB52 LVW expired on 22 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 LVW done?
LB52 LVW was recorded at 109,796 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2022, an average of 5,578 miles a year.
Has LB52 LVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 LVW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB52 LVW 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 LVW find?
LB52 LVW passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside rear coil spring corroded.

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