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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

LB52 OLWMOT history

LB52 OLW is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 89,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,300 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,660 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 OLW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 OLW was last recorded at 89,300 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 1,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,044 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,256 miles
Average per year
3,660 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,300 miles
  • 2025 – 88,044 miles
  • 2024 – 87,590 miles
  • 2023 – 86,741 miles
  • 2022 – 86,553 miles
  • 2021 – 84,967 miles
  • 2020 – 83,643 miles
  • 2019 – 80,627 miles
  • 2018 – 77,196 miles
  • 2017 – 74,426 miles
  • 2016 – 69,335 miles
  • 2015 – 63,694 miles
  • 2014 – 58,714 miles
  • 2013 – 49,307 miles
  • 2012 – 43,472 miles
  • 2011 – 37,514 miles
  • 2010 – 31,760 miles
  • 2009 – 27,396 miles
  • 2008 – 24,387 miles
  • 2007 – 19,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,300 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe deteriorated slight blow

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,300 miles (+1,256)5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,300 miles
    Test number
    963368521065
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe deteriorated slight blow

  2. Pass88,044 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    88,044 miles
    Test number
    975721060984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail88,044 miles (+454)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,044 miles
    Test number
    717742738280
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened Top mount bearing breaking up due to damaged coil spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Perished and leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Perished and leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi blowing and also rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass87,590 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    87,590 miles
    Test number
    887337180067
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail87,589 miles (+848)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,589 miles
    Test number
    149451629456
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass86,741 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    86,741 miles
    Test number
    374095492708
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail86,741 miles (+188)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,741 miles
    Test number
    190452121492
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass86,553 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    86,553 miles
    Test number
    695779870554
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge also has a small nail (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail86,553 miles (+1,586)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,553 miles
    Test number
    290272294492
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge also has a small nail (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass84,967 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,967 miles
    Test number
    171340463157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail84,967 miles (+1,324)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,967 miles
    Test number
    923017311920
    • 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 Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass83,643 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,643 miles
    Test number
    541965282684
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/70/14/81T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail83,643 miles (+3,016)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,643 miles
    Test number
    586206269754
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/70/14/81T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass80,627 miles (+3,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    80,627 miles
    Test number
    232482235616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass77,196 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    77,196 miles
    Test number
    753846118634
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center joint. (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre tread cracking.

  16. Fail77,193 miles (+2,767)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,193 miles
    Test number
    680973160989
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Front bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Bulb insecure. (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center joint. (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre tread cracking.

  17. Pass74,426 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    74,426 miles
    Test number
    581941738213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Faded (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Faded (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail74,426 miles (+5,091)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,426 miles
    Test number
    510763903309
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Faded (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Faded (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass69,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    69,335 miles
    Test number
    844201597039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,335 miles (+5,641)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,335 miles
    Test number
    405830032032
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass63,694 miles (+4,980)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,694 miles
    Test number
    447051325076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,714 miles (+9,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    58,714 miles
    Test number
    105223624489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass49,307 miles (+5,835)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,307 miles
    Test number
    826118223038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,472 miles (+5,958)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    43,472 miles
    Test number
    818107032044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    37,514 miles
    Test number
    868948231054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail37,510 miles (+5,750)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,510 miles
    Test number
    165578031431
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass31,760 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,760 miles
    Test number
    172638110407
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteHandbrake requires adjustment

  28. Fail31,760 miles (+4,364)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,760 miles
    Test number
    874758210042
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteHandbrake requires adjustment

  29. Pass27,396 miles (+3,009)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    27,396 miles
    Test number
    103421249039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass24,387 miles (+5,043)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    24,387 miles
    Test number
    381636738083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass19,344 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    19,344 miles
    Test number
    670894247058
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn on outer and inner edges

Questions about LB52 OLW

Does LB52 OLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 OLW is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 OLW?
The MOT on LB52 OLW is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 OLW done?
LB52 OLW was recorded at 89,300 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 3,660 miles a year.
Has LB52 OLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 OLW has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB52 OLW 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 OLW find?
LB52 OLW passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 5 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front tyre obviously under inflated, and 7 more.

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