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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,200 cc

LB52 MUPMOT history

LB52 MUP is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 77,763 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jul 2025
Mileage
77,763 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2024
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 MUP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 MUP was last recorded at 77,763 miles on 17 Jul 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,757 miles · 16 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 77,763 miles
  • 2023 – 74,374 miles
  • 2022 – 69,206 miles
  • 2021 – 65,825 miles
  • 2020 – 64,320 miles
  • 2019 – 61,219 miles
  • 2018 – 56,234 miles
  • 2017 – 50,346 miles
  • 2016 – 45,188 miles
  • 2015 – 40,882 miles
  • 2014 – 37,361 miles
  • 2013 – 34,650 miles
  • 2012 – 31,146 miles
  • 2011 – 27,584 miles
  • 2010 – 24,976 miles
  • 2009 – 21,009 miles
  • 2008 – 16,239 miles
  • 2007 – 13,371 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,763 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine management light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both fronts (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 3 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,763 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    77,763 miles
    Test number
    864348938058
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail77,757 miles (+3,383)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,757 miles
    Test number
    274055168857
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass74,374 miles (+5,168)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    74,374 miles
    Test number
    359601237536
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak , Possible bottom house
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexy poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass69,206 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    69,206 miles
    Test number
    657549198271
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive Slight coolant leak from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail69,206 miles (+3,381)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,206 miles
    Test number
    972247244605
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive Slight coolant leak from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass65,825 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    65,825 miles
    Test number
    207396609314
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps slightly deteriorated

  7. Fail65,791 miles (+1,471)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,791 miles
    Test number
    594699245258
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps slightly deteriorated

  8. Pass64,320 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,320 miles
    Test number
    476781908224
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little or no reserve travel
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack pipe slightly corroded

  9. Fail64,320 miles (+3,101)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,320 miles
    Test number
    564901128064
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little or no reserve travel
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack pipe slightly corroded

  10. Pass61,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    61,219 miles
    Test number
    101756571889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,218 miles (+4,984)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,218 miles
    Test number
    579790226810
    • 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested no pattern visible (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested no pattern visible (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower coolant leak visible under radiator

  12. Pass56,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    56,234 miles
    Test number
    992341967707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,234 miles (+5,888)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,234 miles
    Test number
    742018573832
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Pass50,346 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,346 miles
    Test number
    722654560665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn to secondary rubber on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn to secondary rubber on inner edge

  15. Fail50,346 miles (+5,158)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,346 miles
    Test number
    524525348161
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn to secondary rubber on inner edge
    • AdvisoryTyre worn to secondary rubber on inner edge

  16. Pass45,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    45,188 miles
    Test number
    616495527391
    • AdvisoryLower engine stabiliser worn
    • AdvisoryNearside outer CV gaiter split

  17. Fail45,188 miles (+4,306)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,188 miles
    Test number
    846710611695
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryLower engine stabiliser worn
    • AdvisoryNearside outer CV gaiter split
    • AdvisoryOffside outer CV gaiter split and CV joint worn

  18. Pass40,882 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,882 miles
    Test number
    257289555435
    • NoteFront roll bar bush worn to offside

  19. Fail40,882 miles (+3,521)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,882 miles
    Test number
    737199155173
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • NoteFront roll bar bush worn to offside
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteWheel nut covers fitted

  20. Pass37,361 miles (+2,711)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    37,361 miles
    Test number
    616640874187
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteFront tyres slightly perished
    • NoteNearside rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp
    • NoteWheel nut covers fitted

  21. Pass34,650 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,650 miles
    Test number
    745223963126
    • NoteEngine managment light on

  22. Fail34,648 miles (+3,502)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,648 miles
    Test number
    465603263108
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteEngine managment light on

  23. Pass31,146 miles (+3,562)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,146 miles
    Test number
    506757962115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,584 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    27,584 miles
    Test number
    268440581424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,580 miles (+2,604)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,580 miles
    Test number
    688389671112
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteInner edge worn on nearside front tyre

  26. Pass24,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    24,976 miles
    Test number
    472583980136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail24,976 miles (+3,967)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,976 miles
    Test number
    161892580107
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  28. Pass21,009 miles (+1,465)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    21,009 miles
    Test number
    361452659425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail19,544 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,544 miles
    Test number
    583953129018
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass19,544 miles (+3,305)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    19,544 miles
    Test number
    600913729018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass16,239 miles (+2,868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    16,239 miles
    Test number
    913752238048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass13,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    13,371 miles
    Test number
    704404937091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 MUP

Does LB52 MUP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 MUP expired on 16 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 MUP?
The MOT on LB52 MUP expired on 16 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 MUP done?
LB52 MUP was recorded at 77,763 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2024, an average of 3,690 miles a year.
Has LB52 MUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 MUP has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB52 MUP 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 MUP find?
LB52 MUP passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2024 with 5 advisories: engine management light on; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts; offside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 2 more.

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