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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LC52 GOUMOT history

LC52 GOU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 79,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2025.

LC52 GOU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2026
Mileage
79,443 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 GOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 GOU was last recorded at 79,443 miles on 24 Jul 2025, 117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,326 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
117 miles
Average per year
3,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,443 miles
  • 2024 – 66,897 miles
  • 2023 – 57,670 miles
  • 2021 – 53,234 miles
  • 2020 – 51,615 miles
  • 2019 – 50,317 miles
  • 2018 – 47,446 miles
  • 2017 – 45,210 miles
  • 2016 – 43,161 miles
  • 2015 – 40,937 miles
  • 2014 – 38,881 miles
  • 2013 – 36,675 miles
  • 2012 – 35,258 miles
  • 2011 – 33,526 miles
  • 2010 – 32,290 miles
  • 2009 – 30,478 miles
  • 2008 – 27,778 miles
  • 2007 – 23,660 miles
  • 2006 – 19,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,443 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,443 miles (+117)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    79,443 miles
    Test number
    113187892262
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (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))

  2. Fail79,326 miles (+12,429)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,326 miles
    Test number
    725774080646
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure Both (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (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))

  3. Pass66,897 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    66,897 miles
    Test number
    767975821783
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Fail66,897 miles (+9,227)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,897 miles
    Test number
    463329225208
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  5. Pass57,670 miles (+4,436)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    57,670 miles
    Test number
    639104601804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,234 miles (+1,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    53,234 miles
    Test number
    985269409499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  7. Pass51,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,615 miles
    Test number
    882157029424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail51,615 miles (+1,298)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,615 miles
    Test number
    315676771197
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp with indicator & stop lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp with indicator & stop lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass50,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    50,317 miles
    Test number
    876897400568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail50,317 miles (+2,871)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,317 miles
    Test number
    139521289231
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass47,446 miles (+2,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,446 miles
    Test number
    953233993907
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass45,210 miles (+2,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    45,210 miles
    Test number
    519819873290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass43,161 miles (+2,224)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    43,161 miles
    Test number
    816330662535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,937 miles (+2,056)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    40,937 miles
    Test number
    860022557090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,881 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,881 miles
    Test number
    128272204394
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass38,881 miles (+2,206)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    38,881 miles
    Test number
    679112004383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    36,675 miles
    Test number
    286841513321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,673 miles (+1,415)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,673 miles
    Test number
    398171713385
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  19. Pass35,258 miles (+1,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    35,258 miles
    Test number
    877214212363
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  20. Pass33,526 miles (+1,236)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    33,526 miles
    Test number
    245181111389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,290 miles
    Test number
    211822010322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,290 miles (+1,812)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,290 miles
    Test number
    644052010338
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  23. Pass30,478 miles (+2,700)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    30,478 miles
    Test number
    281054619374
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre walls showing signs of perishing/cracking recomend replacement

  24. Pass27,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,778 miles
    Test number
    384549318353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,778 miles (+4,118)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,778 miles
    Test number
    551769418352
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass23,660 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    23,660 miles
    Test number
    920031717338
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail23,659 miles (+4,564)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,659 miles
    Test number
    271530417396
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass19,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    19,095 miles
    Test number
    223940216315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 GOU

Does LC52 GOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC52 GOU expired on 23 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC52 GOU?
The MOT on LC52 GOU expired on 23 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC52 GOU done?
LC52 GOU was recorded at 79,443 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2025, an average of 3,225 miles a year.
Has LC52 GOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 GOU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LC52 GOU 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 GOU find?
LC52 GOU passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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