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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LF52 FCJMOT history

LF52 FCJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 19,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LF52 FCJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
19,728 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 FCJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 FCJ was last recorded at 19,728 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 685 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
19,043 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
685 miles
Average per year
900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 19,728 miles
  • 2025 – 19,043 miles
  • 2024 – 18,154 miles
  • 2023 – 17,302 miles
  • 2022 – 15,974 miles
  • 2021 – 10,329 miles
  • 2019 – 5,913 miles
  • 2018 – 4,406 miles
  • 2017 – 4,400 miles
  • 2016 – 4,391 miles
  • 2015 – 4,364 miles
  • 2014 – 4,318 miles
  • 2013 – 4,262 miles
  • 2012 – 4,188 miles
  • 2011 – 4,137 miles
  • 2010 – 4,081 miles
  • 2009 – 3,903 miles
  • 2008 – 3,659 miles
  • 2007 – 3,376 miles
  • 2006 – 2,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass19,728 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded Spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass19,728 miles (+685)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    19,728 miles
    Test number
    547598622066
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded Spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass19,043 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    19,043 miles
    Test number
    641607392464
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail19,043 miles (+889)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,043 miles
    Test number
    796320495443
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass18,154 miles (+852)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    18,154 miles
    Test number
    978174628392
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring is perished
  5. Pass17,302 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    17,302 miles
    Test number
    832483325037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail17,302 miles (+1,328)1 dangerous8 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,302 miles
    Test number
    275815179034
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification Spring Installed Upside Down (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wearing Thin & Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass15,974 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    15,974 miles
    Test number
    837820078560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted
  8. Fail15,974 miles (+5,645)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,974 miles
    Test number
    480549707972
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted
  9. Pass10,329 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    10,329 miles
    Test number
    606187852537
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Fail10,327 miles (+4,414)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,327 miles
    Test number
    168274089944
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass5,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    5,913 miles
    Test number
    345857492117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail5,913 miles (+1,507)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,913 miles
    Test number
    557361165250
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
  13. Pass4,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    4,406 miles
    Test number
    793844067673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail4,406 miles (+6)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,406 miles
    Test number
    515394380295
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  15. Pass4,400 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    4,400 miles
    Test number
    548405492627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass4,391 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    4,391 miles
    Test number
    869017965676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass4,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    4,364 miles
    Test number
    269360608606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail4,364 miles (+46)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,364 miles
    Test number
    941562133583
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  19. Pass4,318 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    4,318 miles
    Test number
    366647324447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass4,262 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    4,262 miles
    Test number
    349369313285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass4,188 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    4,188 miles
    Test number
    335447122418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass4,137 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    4,137 miles
    Test number
    395670931287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass4,081 miles (+178)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    4,081 miles
    Test number
    341390460215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass3,903 miles (+244)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    3,903 miles
    Test number
    632003169233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass3,659 miles (+283)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    3,659 miles
    Test number
    324532468234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass3,376 miles (+1,293)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    3,376 miles
    Test number
    684147557278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass2,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    2,083 miles
    Test number
    491554266260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 FCJ

Does LF52 FCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 FCJ is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 FCJ?
The MOT on LF52 FCJ is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 FCJ done?
LF52 FCJ was recorded at 19,728 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 900 miles a year.
Has LF52 FCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 FCJ has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LF52 FCJ 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 LF52 FCJ find?
LF52 FCJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge; offside rear coil spring corroded spring corroded.

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