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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LC52 BFYMOT history

LC52 BFY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 110,684 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2024.

LC52 BFY blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2025
Mileage
110,684 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 BFY
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
27 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 BFY was last recorded at 110,684 miles on 30 Jan 2024, 134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,550 miles · 31 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
134 miles
Average per year
3,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 110,684 miles
  • 2023 – 110,550 miles
  • 2022 – 110,405 miles
  • 2021 – 109,611 miles
  • 2020 – 106,862 miles
  • 2019 – 103,816 miles
  • 2018 – 100,525 miles
  • 2016 – 96,225 miles
  • 2015 – 93,340 miles
  • 2014 – 90,697 miles
  • 2013 – 88,284 miles
  • 2012 – 86,354 miles
  • 2011 – 82,110 miles
  • 2010 – 76,377 miles
  • 2009 – 69,441 miles
  • 2007 – 53,931 miles
  • 2006 – 46,523 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,684 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Condition of rear exhaust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Both rear tyres cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front tyres wearing and cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,684 miles (+134)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    110,684 miles
    Test number
    385434020098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass110,550 miles (+145)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    110,550 miles
    Test number
    858162429524
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCondition of rear exhaust

  3. Pass110,405 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,405 miles
    Test number
    563558807399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail110,380 miles (+769)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,380 miles
    Test number
    502001164108
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass109,611 miles (+2,749)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,611 miles
    Test number
    141904564613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass106,862 miles (+3,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    106,862 miles
    Test number
    658827711690
    • AdvisoryCondition of rear exhaust

  7. Pass103,816 miles (+3,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    103,816 miles
    Test number
    440208683089
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCondition of exhaust box

  8. Pass100,525 miles (+4,300)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    100,525 miles
    Test number
    299489898611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,225 miles (+2,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    96,225 miles
    Test number
    277841031102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass93,340 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    93,340 miles
    Test number
    623392058969
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing and cracking

  11. Fail93,340 miles (+2,643)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,340 miles
    Test number
    987598028905
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing and cracking

  12. Pass90,697 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    90,697 miles
    Test number
    408773944464
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail90,691 miles (+2,407)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,691 miles
    Test number
    778993844391
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass88,284 miles (+1,930)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    88,284 miles
    Test number
    459317743434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    275862392268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail86,354 miles (+4,244)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    947692292200
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass82,110 miles (+1)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    82,110 miles
    Test number
    487583491201
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front seat lever missing to access to rear
    • NoteNearside front wheel trim missing
    • NoteOffside rear panel is marked
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering arm
    • NoteWhen revs are about 2500rpm starts to fluctuate

  18. Fail82,109 miles (+5,732)9 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,109 miles
    Test number
    466362091263
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front seat lever missing to access to rear
    • NoteNearside front wheel trim missing
    • NoteOffside rear panel is marked
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering arm
    • NoteWhen revs are about 2500rpm starts to fluctuate

  19. Pass76,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    76,377 miles
    Test number
    583097800361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,377 miles (+6,936)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,377 miles
    Test number
    192257100339
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass69,441 miles (+15,510)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    69,441 miles
    Test number
    451361109479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,931 miles (+7,408)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    53,931 miles
    Test number
    600735207336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,523 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    46,523 miles
    Test number
    882422316367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LC52 BFY

Does LC52 BFY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC52 BFY expired on 30 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC52 BFY?
The MOT on LC52 BFY expired on 30 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC52 BFY done?
LC52 BFY was recorded at 110,684 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2024, an average of 3,725 miles a year.
Has LC52 BFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 BFY has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LC52 BFY 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 LC52 BFY find?
LC52 BFY passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2024 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, and 4 more.

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