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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LF52 FCXMOT history

LF52 FCX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 39,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

LF52 FCX blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
39,231 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 FCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 FCX was last recorded at 39,231 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 335 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Feb 2023: 36,701 miles, lower than 36,702 miles on 20 Oct 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
38,896 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
335 miles
Average per year
1,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,231 miles
  • 2025 – 38,896 miles
  • 2024 – 38,526 miles
  • 2023 – 36,701 miles
  • 2022 – 36,702 miles
  • 2021 – 35,742 miles
  • 2020 – 33,883 miles
  • 2019 – 32,937 miles
  • 2018 – 31,782 miles
  • 2017 – 30,428 miles
  • 2016 – 29,888 miles
  • 2015 – 29,145 miles
  • 2014 – 28,079 miles
  • 2013 – 27,283 miles
  • 2012 – 25,783 miles
  • 2011 – 24,795 miles
  • 2010 – 23,876 miles
  • 2009 – 22,841 miles
  • 2008 – 21,438 miles
  • 2007 – 19,435 miles
  • 2006 – 16,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,231 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush worn. (offside and nearside). (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (offside and nearside). (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both. (offside and nearside). (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear All suspension components corroded.
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (offside and nearside). (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Undertrays fitted, Full inspection not carried out.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Multiple stone chips.

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,231 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    39,231 miles
    Test number
    449908003104
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush worn. (offside and nearside). (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (offside and nearside). (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both. (offside and nearside). (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear All suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (offside and nearside). (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail39,231 miles (+335)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,231 miles
    Test number
    173155198020
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush worn. (offside and nearside). (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (offside and nearside). (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both. (offside and nearside). (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear All suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (offside and nearside). (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass38,896 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    38,896 miles
    Test number
    121677053857
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Multiple stone chips. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking and perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (offside and nearside). (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, Full inspection not carried out.

  4. Fail38,895 miles (+369)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,895 miles
    Test number
    408418163285
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Multiple stone chips. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking and perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (offside and nearside). (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, Full inspection not carried out.

  5. Pass38,526 miles (+1,825)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    38,526 miles
    Test number
    551189613825
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Multiple stone chips. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, Full inspection not carried out.

  6. Pass36,701 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    36,701 miles
    Test number
    763181922492
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on all suspension components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both brake discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both coil springs. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, Full inspection not carried out.

  7. Fail36,701 miles (-1)3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,701 miles
    Test number
    764115837510
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both headlights. (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wiper blades. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on all suspension components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both brake discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both coil springs. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, Full inspection not carried out.

  8. Fail36,702 miles (+960)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,702 miles
    Test number
    695152400495
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass35,742 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    35,742 miles
    Test number
    495291956990
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail35,733 miles (+1,850)4 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,733 miles
    Test number
    123677686675
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass33,883 miles (+946)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    33,883 miles
    Test number
    595969874950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass32,937 miles (+1,155)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    32,937 miles
    Test number
    160636142748
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass31,782 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    31,782 miles
    Test number
    137588658588
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail31,778 miles (+1,350)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,778 miles
    Test number
    808477581020
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass30,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    30,428 miles
    Test number
    284548781128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail30,428 miles (+540)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,428 miles
    Test number
    147814497296
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass29,888 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,888 miles
    Test number
    121216729348
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail29,884 miles (+739)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,884 miles
    Test number
    913505588398
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass29,145 miles (+1,066)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    29,145 miles
    Test number
    228401595156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,079 miles (+796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    28,079 miles
    Test number
    228681484409
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass27,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    27,283 miles
    Test number
    927725683115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,274 miles (+1,491)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,274 miles
    Test number
    537795883160
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  23. Pass25,783 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    25,783 miles
    Test number
    358729092175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,795 miles (+919)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    24,795 miles
    Test number
    348141101290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,876 miles (+1,035)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    23,876 miles
    Test number
    522213590160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    22,841 miles
    Test number
    274412209212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail22,841 miles (+1,403)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,841 miles
    Test number
    164038899163
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  28. Pass21,438 miles (+2,003)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,438 miles
    Test number
    721643108260
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on inner edge

  29. Pass19,435 miles (+3,433)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,435 miles
    Test number
    663503897195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass16,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,002 miles
    Test number
    762025086123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 FCX

Does LF52 FCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 FCX is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 FCX?
The MOT on LF52 FCX is valid until 28 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 FCX done?
LF52 FCX was recorded at 39,231 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 1,175 miles a year.
Has LF52 FCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 FCX has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 FCX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Feb 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 FCX find?
LF52 FCX passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip.; front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bush worn. (offside and nearside)., and 6 more.

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