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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LB52 MTYMOT history

LB52 MTY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 102,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2026
Mileage
102,545 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 MTY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2026
Latest MOT test
7 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 MTY was last recorded at 102,545 miles on 7 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,545 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,545 miles
  • 2024 – 93,703 miles
  • 2023 – 87,758 miles
  • 2022 – 85,653 miles
  • 2021 – 85,463 miles
  • 2020 – 84,957 miles
  • 2019 – 83,722 miles
  • 2018 – 81,842 miles
  • 2017 – 79,707 miles
  • 2016 – 77,728 miles
  • 2014 – 73,557 miles
  • 2013 – 71,610 miles
  • 2012 – 69,453 miles
  • 2011 – 67,214 miles
  • 2010 – 65,150 miles
  • 2009 – 53,647 miles
  • 2008 – 38,655 miles
  • 2007 – 24,278 miles
  • 2006 – 12,514 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,545 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear joints have minor leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre close to side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Head light patterns very weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass102,545 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    102,545 miles
    Test number
    340356370713
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail102,545 miles (+8,842)5 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,545 miles
    Test number
    680006046127
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp insecure rear lamp (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass93,703 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    93,703 miles
    Test number
    410138017038
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  4. Fail93,703 miles (+5,945)8 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,703 miles
    Test number
    247786459914
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mil on

  5. Pass87,758 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    87,758 miles
    Test number
    756838859201
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear joints have minor leaks (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail87,758 miles (+2,105)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,758 miles
    Test number
    630882433764
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits reading climbing as engine is run (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both headlight lenses defective . no beam pattern visible (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid bottle empty (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear joints have minor leaks (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass85,653 miles (+190)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    85,653 miles
    Test number
    839123335779
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass85,463 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    85,463 miles
    Test number
    781300032495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre close to side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHead light patterns very weak

  9. Fail85,462 miles (+505)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,462 miles
    Test number
    211597443842
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre close to side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHead light patterns very weak

  10. Pass84,957 miles (+1,235)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    84,957 miles
    Test number
    792003228252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,722 miles (+1,880)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    83,722 miles
    Test number
    411406578198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,842 miles (+2,135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,842 miles
    Test number
    222617631770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass79,707 miles (+1,979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    79,707 miles
    Test number
    651098220670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt small end of gaiter is damaged (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop is perished through

  14. Pass77,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,728 miles
    Test number
    150993372702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    669307985119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,557 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    73,557 miles
    Test number
    326588084192
    • 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)

  17. Fail73,557 miles (+1,947)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,557 miles
    Test number
    355758784149
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • 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)

  18. Pass71,610 miles (+2,157)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    71,610 miles
    Test number
    215222183422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteExhaust backbox heavily corroded

  19. Pass69,453 miles (+2,239)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    69,453 miles
    Test number
    789211992125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,214 miles (+2,064)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    67,214 miles
    Test number
    415868281104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,150 miles (+11,503)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,150 miles
    Test number
    603523680144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail53,647 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,647 miles
    Test number
    343279199168
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass53,647 miles (+4,700)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,647 miles
    Test number
    782299799165
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass48,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    48,947 miles
    Test number
    152037019099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,947 miles (+10,292)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,947 miles
    Test number
    201696419026
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass38,655 miles (+14,377)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    38,655 miles
    Test number
    240428228035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    24,278 miles
    Test number
    522253537048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail24,278 miles (+11,764)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,278 miles
    Test number
    854463737067
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

  29. Pass12,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    12,514 miles
    Test number
    580052036027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 MTY

Does LB52 MTY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 MTY expired on 9 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 MTY?
The MOT on LB52 MTY expired on 9 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 MTY done?
LB52 MTY was recorded at 102,545 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2025, an average of 4,674 miles a year.
Has LB52 MTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 MTY has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB52 MTY 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 MTY find?
LB52 MTY passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside non obligatory mirror damaged, and 4 more.

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