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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LB52 USCMOT history

LB52 USC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 121,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2023
Mileage
121,420 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2022
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 USC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 USC was last recorded at 121,420 miles on 23 Feb 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,420 miles · 21 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 121,420 miles
  • 2021 – 120,274 miles
  • 2020 – 119,358 miles
  • 2019 – 116,767 miles
  • 2018 – 111,949 miles
  • 2017 – 109,429 miles
  • 2016 – 106,980 miles
  • 2014 – 104,436 miles
  • 2013 – 95,651 miles
  • 2012 – 83,712 miles
  • 2011 – 71,800 miles
  • 2010 – 63,948 miles
  • 2009 – 56,123 miles
  • 2008 – 50,239 miles
  • 2007 – 41,274 miles
  • 2006 – 30,764 miles
  • 2005 – 20,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,420 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,420 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    121,420 miles
    Test number
    528678729684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail121,420 miles (+1,146)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,420 miles
    Test number
    455225686575
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass120,274 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    120,274 miles
    Test number
    625997214814
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail120,273 miles (+915)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,273 miles
    Test number
    206698611285
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to car overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass119,358 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    119,358 miles
    Test number
    342863808563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail119,355 miles (+2,588)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,355 miles
    Test number
    974757341340
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass116,767 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    116,767 miles
    Test number
    565811424479
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail116,767 miles (+4,818)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,767 miles
    Test number
    679325582041
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  9. Pass111,949 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    111,949 miles
    Test number
    208983141174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail111,920 miles (+2,491)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,920 miles
    Test number
    728117066192
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass109,429 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    109,429 miles
    Test number
    515263153094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail109,404 miles (+2,424)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,404 miles
    Test number
    931104650225
    • FailureEmissions not tested overheating (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass106,980 miles (+2,544)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    106,980 miles
    Test number
    133281596631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,436 miles (+8,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    104,436 miles
    Test number
    439896144338
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass95,651 miles (+51)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    95,651 miles
    Test number
    197395443340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust back box heavily corroded
    • NoteNearside exterior mirror damaged

  16. Fail95,600 miles (+11,888)1 dangerous5 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,600 miles
    Test number
    537877833391
    • DangerousBoth front anti-roll bar rubbers worn causeing anti-roll bar to have moved and rub on subframe
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust back box heavily corroded
    • NoteNearside exterior mirror damaged

  17. Pass83,712 miles (+25)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    83,712 miles
    Test number
    507879142368
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteNearside exterior mirror cracked
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on inner edge

  18. Fail83,687 miles (+11,887)4 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,687 miles
    Test number
    519748142308
    • 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 Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteNearside exterior mirror cracked
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on inner edge

  19. Pass71,800 miles (+4)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    71,800 miles
    Test number
    278437251366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteMil light on

  20. Fail71,796 miles (+7,848)9 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,796 miles
    Test number
    268364751312
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteMil light on

  21. Pass63,948 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    63,948 miles
    Test number
    564138340363
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  22. Fail63,946 miles (+7,823)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,946 miles
    Test number
    440917240494
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass56,123 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    56,123 miles
    Test number
    370895449384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,111 miles (+5,872)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,111 miles
    Test number
    393171049331
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass50,239 miles (+8,965)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    50,239 miles
    Test number
    722946248374
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront no plate seperating

  26. Pass41,274 miles (+10,510)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    41,274 miles
    Test number
    131816627324
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass30,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    30,764 miles
    Test number
    333108326360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail30,764 miles (+10,601)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,764 miles
    Test number
    143048926340
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass20,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    20,163 miles
    Test number
    164952645309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail20,163 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,163 miles
    Test number
    660561545365
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB52 USC

Does LB52 USC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 USC expired on 28 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 USC?
The MOT on LB52 USC expired on 28 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 USC done?
LB52 USC was recorded at 121,420 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2022, an average of 6,245 miles a year.
Has LB52 USC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 USC has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB52 USC 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 USC find?
LB52 USC passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear all direction indicators slightly discoloured.

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